Alistar - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
50.3%
Pick Rate
1.7%

Alistarvs Neeko

BTankSupport
Patch26.3
Matches785,220
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedFeb 27, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Alistar vs Neeko is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.3. Alistar wins with a 56.7% win rate (+13.3%) over Neeko based on 30 games. Alistar holds the advantage in both the early and late game. Below you'll find the best Alistar build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Alistar vs Neeko matchup.

Alistar Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Alistar performs against them. You'll get head-to-head win rates, laning stats, the best build and runes for the matchup, and early vs late game analysis — all based on real ranked data.

Compare against an opponent
Neeko - 56.7% win rateNeeko(56.7%)
Alistar - 56.7% win rate in this matchup
Alistar
56.7% WR
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Neeko vs Alistar matchup - 43.3% win rate
Neeko
43.3% WR

Who Wins the Alistar vs Neeko Matchup?

Alistar wins the Alistar vs Neeko matchup
Winner
Alistar
Matches: 30
56.7%
Win Rate
43.3%
0.9
CS / min
1.4
307
DMG / min
618
8,756
Gold / game
9,229
432
Heal / min
106
1,386
DMG Mitigated / min
381
1.8
CC / min
1.7
60.0%
Early Game WR
40.0%
55.0%
Late Game WR
45.0%

Alistar vs Neeko Matchup Summary

The Alistar vs Neeko matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 30 recent matches analyzed, Alistar wins with a 56.7% win rate compared to Neeko's 43.3%, giving Alistar a 13.3 percentage point advantage. Alistar dominates at every stage — from early laning through late game team fights. This consistent advantage makes it difficult for Neeko players to find favorable windows, so team-dependent strategies and avoiding solo confrontations are essential. The most significant statistical gap is in sustain, where Alistar leads by 1,330 HP/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Alistar players can confidently pick into Neeko and play aggressively from level 1. Look to establish lane dominance early through favorable trades and zone Neeko away from CS whenever possible. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.

Alistar vs Neeko Laning Phase Breakdown

Neeko wins the laning phase against Alistar in League of Legends

Neeko is favored during the laning phase against Alistar, winning 3 out of 5 key stat categories. Neeko holds advantages in farming, damage and gold income, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.

Farming
0.9Alistar
1.4Neeko
Neeko edges out Alistar by 0.5 CS per minute — a moderate farming advantage that adds up to roughly 7 CS over a 15-minute laning phase. This translates to earlier component purchases and slightly faster power spikes for Neeko.
Damage
307Alistar
618Neeko
Neeko heavily out-damages Alistar by 311 DMG/min, dominating both short trades and all-in fights. Alistar should avoid extended combat and instead focus on burst trade patterns — short engages followed by immediate disengagement — to avoid letting Neeko's sustained damage advantage take over.
Economy
8,756Alistar
9,229Neeko
Neeko earns 472 more gold per game than Alistar, equivalent to roughly one additional component item. This economic edge comes from a combination of better farming, kill participation, and objective control, giving Neeko slightly faster item completions.
Utility
1.8Alistar
1.7Neeko
Both Alistar and Neeko provide similar amounts of crowd control (0.2s/min difference), meaning neither has a significant advantage in locking down opponents for ganks or team fights. Lane ganks are equally effective for both sides.
Sustain
1,817Alistar
487Neeko
Alistar vastly out-sustains Neeko, healing and mitigating 1,330 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Alistar can absorb significant punishment and remain in lane while Neeko is forced to recall. Building grievous wounds early is essential for Neeko, and focusing on burst trade patterns rather than sustained fights is critical.

Best Alistar Build Against Neeko

Boots of Swiftness is the optimal boots choice against Neeko, providing the mobility and stats Alistar needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Alistar against Neeko are Locket of the Iron Solari, Zeke's Convergence and Bandlepipes. This combination gives Alistar an effective balance of damage, survivability, and utility for the matchup. This build performs exceptionally well, achieving a 66.7% win rate across 3 games — well above average and making it the top item path against Neeko. Adjustments may be needed based on team compositions and game state, but this build provides the strongest foundation for the Alistar vs Neeko matchup.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Alistar
60.0%
+20.0% advantage
Alistar early game win rateAlistar60.0%
Neeko early game win rateNeeko40.0%
Late Game
Alistar
55.0%
+10.0% advantage
Alistar late game win rateAlistar55.0%
Neeko late game win rateNeeko45.0%

Alistar dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 60.0% win rate — a 20.0 percentage point lead over Neeko. This lopsided early game means Alistar can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.

Alistar is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 55.0% win rate — 10.0 points above Neeko. Extended games heavily favor Alistar, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

Alistar holds the advantage at every stage of the game, making this a consistently favorable matchup from lane through late game team fights. Neeko players should look for outplays, team-dependent strategies, and picks rather than relying on scaling to win this matchup.

Best Alistar Runes Against Neeko

Sorcery rune tree - Alistar primary runes vs NeekoSorcery
Phase Rush - best Alistar rune vs NeekoNimbus Cloak - best Alistar rune vs NeekoCelerity - best Alistar rune vs NeekoWaterwalking - best Alistar rune vs Neeko
Inspiration rune tree - Alistar secondary runes vs NeekoInspiration
Hextech Flashtraption - best Alistar rune vs NeekoCosmic Insight - best Alistar rune vs Neeko
100.0% WR

Running Sorcery primary with Inspiration secondary allows Alistar to press their advantage against Neeko, amplifying the strengths that make this a favorable matchup.


Alistar matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.3. The table below shows Alistar's win rate, gold difference, and performance stats against every champion in the current meta. Click any champion name to see a detailed head-to-head breakdown including the best Alistar build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.

Alistar matchup win rates and stats in League of Legends patch 26.3
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
52.21%1360.93078,60552.4%52.0%
48.48%1320.93048,64547.0%50.0%
55.73%1310.93178,47959.1%51.7%
38.76%1291.03368,55837.5%40.0%
47.90%1190.93258,50957.1%39.7%
46.23%1060.93098,60041.7%50.0%
55.56%990.92968,52553.3%57.4%
49.40%830.93228,50944.4%55.3%
50.62%811.03398,09650.0%51.4%
50.00%800.92798,05750.0%50.0%
52.56%781.03058,48462.5%42.1%
38.16%760.83338,29933.3%43.2%
50.00%681.03388,01064.1%31.0%
48.44%640.92878,53861.3%36.4%
48.39%620.93088,41242.4%55.2%
50.00%580.93287,96143.3%57.1%
61.82%551.02828,31475.8%40.9%
56.36%550.93158,57853.9%58.6%
49.06%530.93068,47244.0%53.6%
60.78%511.03608,89258.3%63.0%
46.00%500.92968,79148.0%44.0%
56.52%460.93368,31450.0%63.6%
40.00%450.92838,85152.6%30.8%
58.97%390.93348,39966.7%50.0%
48.72%391.13638,69645.0%52.6%
54.05%370.93108,78747.6%62.5%
51.35%370.93309,19364.3%43.5%
62.86%350.93148,90156.3%68.4%
41.18%340.93248,60340.0%42.9%
38.24%340.92837,71741.7%30.0%
56.67%300.93078,75660.0%55.0%
48.15%270.93419,17163.6%37.5%
56.00%251.03349,02537.5%64.7%
59.09%220.83319,62250.0%62.5%
60.00%201.23079,34866.7%57.1%
47.37%191.143510,42533.3%53.9%
33.33%150.93569,64725.0%36.4%
53.33%151.236210,9080.0%57.1%
14.29%141.23037,05720.0%0.0%
35.71%140.93237,83022.2%60.0%
46.15%131.02778,27055.6%25.0%
30.00%100.83619,27025.0%33.3%
62.50%80.92836,61140.0%100.0%
33.33%62.247110,4550.0%50.0%
66.67%60.83487,984100.0%50.0%
40.00%52.04228,65125.0%100.0%
20.00%50.72514,53020.0%0.0%
40.00%52.43656,06725.0%100.0%
60.00%51.03909,157100.0%33.3%
60.00%50.931410,074100.0%50.0%
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Alistar vs Neeko - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Alistar do against Neeko in League of Legends?

Alistar wins the Alistar vs Neeko matchup with a 56.7% win rate compared to Neeko's 43.3%, a 13.3 percentage point difference. This data is based on 30 recent ranked games in patch 26.3.

How does Alistar do against Neeko in the early game?

In the early game, Alistar has the advantage against Neeko with a 60.0% win rate versus 40.0%. Alistar players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Alistar do against Neeko in the late game?

In the late game, Alistar takes over the Alistar vs Neeko matchup with a 55.0% win rate compared to 45.0%. Alistar scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Alistar vs Neeko matchup?

Alistar wins the matchup against Neeko with a 56.7% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.3. The 13.3 percentage point advantage means Alistar is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 30 games analyzed.

What is the best Alistar build against Neeko?

The best Alistar build against Neeko includes Locket of the Iron Solari, Zeke's Convergence, Bandlepipes with Boots of Swiftness. This build achieves a 66.7% win rate in the matchup. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.

What are the best Alistar runes against Neeko?

The best Alistar runes against Neeko use the Sorcery primary tree with Inspiration secondary. This rune setup achieves a 100.0% win rate in the Alistar vs Neeko matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Alistar counter Neeko?

Yes, Alistar has a favorable matchup against Neeko with a 56.7% win rate. Alistar strongly counters Neeko in lane based on current patch 26.3 data.

How do I play Alistar against Neeko?

When playing Alistar against Neeko, leverage your statistical advantages by trading aggressively during favorable windows. You have early game priority — look for kills and zone control before first recall. Build the recommended items and runes for this specific matchup for the best results.