Alistar - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
48.3%
Pick Rate
1.7%

Alistarvs Neeko

FTankSupport
Patch26.7
Matches508,082
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedApr 13, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Alistar vs Neeko is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.7. Neeko wins with a 80.0% win rate (+60.0%) over Alistar based on 15 games. Alistar wins the early laning phase while Neeko scales better into the 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 - 20.0% win rateNeeko(20.0%)
Alistar - 20.0% win rate in this matchup
Alistar
20.0% WR
VS
Neeko vs Alistar matchup - 80.0% win rate
Neeko
80.0% WR

Who Wins the Alistar vs Neeko Matchup?

Neeko wins the Alistar vs Neeko matchup
Winner
Neeko
Matches: 15
20.0%
Win Rate
80.0%
0.9
CS / min
1.6
346
DMG / min
699
8,300
Gold / game
10,013
339
Heal / min
91
1,406
DMG Mitigated / min
319
1.9
CC / min
1.9
50.0%
Early Game WR
50.0%
0.0%
Late Game WR
100.0%

Alistar vs Neeko Matchup Summary

The Alistar vs Neeko matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 15 recent matches analyzed, Neeko wins with a 80.0% win rate compared to Alistar's 20.0%, giving Neeko a 60.0 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Alistar controls the early laning stage, but Neeko outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Alistar needs to press advantages before Neeko reaches their power spikes, while Neeko should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in sustain, where Alistar leads by 1,335 HP/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Neeko has a strong advantage in this matchup. Alistar players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Neeko overextending. Avoid prolonged trades and wait for team fights where positioning and coordination matter more. 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 4 out of 5 key stat categories. Neeko holds advantages in farming, damage, gold income and crowd control, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.

Farming
0.9Alistar
1.6Neeko
Neeko edges out Alistar by 0.7 CS per minute — a moderate farming advantage that adds up to roughly 11 CS over a 15-minute laning phase. This translates to earlier component purchases and slightly faster power spikes for Neeko.
Damage
346Alistar
699Neeko
Neeko heavily out-damages Alistar by 353 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
8,300Alistar
10,013Neeko
Neeko generates a commanding 1,713 more gold per game than Alistar. This substantial economic advantage means Neeko consistently reaches key item breakpoints earlier, creating a compounding lead that grows throughout the game. Alistar should focus on cost-effective item choices and avoid unnecessary deaths to prevent falling further behind.
Utility
1.9Alistar
1.9Neeko
Both Alistar and Neeko provide similar amounts of crowd control (0.1s/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
1,745Alistar
410Neeko
Alistar vastly out-sustains Neeko, healing and mitigating 1,335 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, Knight's Vow and Bandlepipes. This combination gives Alistar an effective balance of damage, survivability, and utility for the matchup. 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
50.0%
+0.0% advantage
Alistar early game win rateAlistar50.0%
Neeko early game win rateNeeko50.0%
Late Game
Neeko
100.0%
+100.0% advantage
Alistar late game win rateAlistar0.0%
Neeko late game win rateNeeko100.0%

The early game (first 15 minutes) is a toss-up between Alistar and Neeko, with Alistar holding a razor-thin 50.0% win rate edge (+0.0%). Individual skill and jungle proximity will matter more than champion advantage in the early laning phase.

Neeko is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 100.0% win rate — 100.0 points above Alistar. Extended games heavily favor Neeko, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

The power dynamics shift as the game progresses — Alistar has the edge early, but Neeko gradually takes over. However, the margins are slim enough that either champion can win at any stage with the right plays. Focus on taking advantages when you have them rather than waiting for a specific game phase.

Best Alistar Runes Against Neeko

Domination rune tree - Alistar primary runes vs NeekoDomination
Dark Harvest - best Alistar rune vs NeekoCheap Shot - best Alistar rune vs NeekoGrisly Mementos - best Alistar rune vs NeekoTreasure Hunter - best Alistar rune vs Neeko
Inspiration rune tree - Alistar secondary runes vs NeekoInspiration
Cosmic Insight - best Alistar rune vs NeekoMagical Footwear - best Alistar rune vs Neeko
100.0% WR

The Domination and Inspiration rune setup gives Alistar the best tools to compete against Neeko in this difficult matchup, compensating for the statistical disadvantages with optimal rune synergies.


Alistar matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.7. 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 26.7
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
49.47%950.93108,37254.0%44.4%
47.37%950.93128,65040.8%54.4%
48.28%871.03138,74847.7%48.8%
47.50%801.03338,62147.4%47.6%
53.57%560.93158,86544.0%61.3%
54.90%510.92898,35052.0%57.7%
45.10%510.93408,88458.3%33.3%
44.00%501.03218,83045.5%42.9%
48.98%490.92928,51354.2%44.0%
38.78%490.93208,18235.7%42.9%
51.02%491.03848,97855.6%45.5%
47.92%480.93748,73734.8%60.0%
39.58%480.93608,12239.1%40.0%
46.67%450.92988,62352.4%41.7%
48.89%450.92708,49138.9%55.6%
38.64%441.03088,67433.3%43.5%
42.50%401.03368,42042.9%42.1%
58.97%390.92658,05960.9%56.3%
48.57%351.02928,25452.6%43.8%
44.12%340.93098,54335.7%50.0%
40.00%300.93128,21543.8%35.7%
51.72%290.82958,42050.0%53.3%
37.93%290.93528,09542.9%33.3%
42.31%260.92958,63140.0%43.8%
69.23%261.04408,44766.7%72.7%
44.00%251.13278,30215.4%75.0%
52.00%250.93699,12153.3%50.0%
65.22%231.53539,17063.6%66.7%
36.84%191.13598,23050.0%22.2%
29.41%170.93348,60155.6%0.0%
29.41%171.02758,14818.2%50.0%
47.06%171.13347,44660.0%28.6%
20.00%150.93468,30050.0%0.0%
60.00%151.24519,99375.0%54.5%
64.29%140.93008,77942.9%85.7%
53.85%131.13258,30880.0%37.5%
50.00%120.92888,81483.3%16.7%
66.67%121.13059,47650.0%75.0%
50.00%101.03158,41233.3%75.0%
40.00%102.44507,73733.3%42.9%
44.44%90.83188,95633.3%50.0%
37.50%80.72877,77850.0%0.0%
42.86%72.54519,61950.0%0.0%
85.71%71.03548,33480.0%100.0%
100.00%60.63648,957100.0%100.0%
50.00%62.24087,981100.0%25.0%
60.00%50.932410,040100.0%50.0%
60.00%50.835810,4440.0%75.0%
80.00%51.94609,151100.0%66.7%

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Alistar vs Neeko - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Alistar do against Neeko in League of Legends?

Neeko wins the Alistar vs Neeko matchup with a 80.0% win rate compared to Alistar's 20.0%, a 60.0 percentage point difference. This data is based on 15 recent ranked games in patch 26.7.

How does Alistar do against Neeko in the early game?

In the early game, Alistar has the advantage against Neeko with a 50.0% win rate versus 50.0%. 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, Neeko takes over the Alistar vs Neeko matchup with a 100.0% win rate compared to 0.0%. Neeko scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Alistar vs Neeko matchup?

Neeko wins the matchup against Alistar with a 80.0% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.7. The 60.0 percentage point advantage means Neeko is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 15 games analyzed.

What is the best Alistar build against Neeko?

The best Alistar build against Neeko includes Locket of the Iron Solari, Knight's Vow, Bandlepipes with Boots of Swiftness. 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 Domination 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?

No, Alistar struggles against Neeko with only a 20.0% win rate. Neeko has the advantage in this matchup. Alistar players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Neeko's lead.

How do I play Alistar against Neeko?

When playing Alistar against Neeko, play cautiously and avoid Neeko's power spikes. Look for jungle assistance and team-dependent plays since Neeko has the statistical advantage at most stages. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.