Aphelios - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
48.8%
Pick Rate
1.8%

Apheliosvs Yunara

DMarksman
Patch26.14
Matches226,800
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedJul 21, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Aphelios vs Yunara is a moderate matchup in LoL patch 26.14. Aphelios wins with a 52.2% win rate (+4.3%) over Yunara based on 23 games. Yunara wins the early laning phase while Aphelios scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Aphelios build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Aphelios vs Yunara matchup.

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Aphelios Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Aphelios 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.

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Aphelios - 52.2% win rate in this matchup
Aphelios
52.2% WR
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Yunara vs Aphelios matchup - 47.8% win rate
Yunara
47.8% WR

Who Wins the Aphelios vs Yunara Matchup?

Aphelios wins the Aphelios vs Yunara matchup
Winner
Aphelios
Matches: 23
52.2%
Win Rate
47.8%
6.7
CS / min
7.3
929
DMG / min
889
14,327
Gold / game
14,675
235
Heal / min
187
481
DMG Mitigated / min
406
0.5
CC / min
0.3
42.9%
Early Game WR
57.1%
56.3%
Late Game WR
43.8%

Aphelios vs Yunara Matchup Summary

The Aphelios vs Yunara matchup is a moderate matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 23 recent matches analyzed, Aphelios wins with a 52.2% win rate compared to Yunara's 47.8%, giving Aphelios a 4.3 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Yunara controls the early laning stage, but Aphelios outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Yunara needs to press advantages before Aphelios reaches their power spikes, while Aphelios should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Aphelios leads by 0.2s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Aphelios has a statistical edge, but the margin is close enough that respecting Yunara's strengths is important. Trade when cooldowns are favorable, track the enemy jungler, and build toward your strongest item spikes to convert the slight advantage into a decisive lead. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.

Aphelios vs Yunara Laning Phase Breakdown

Aphelios wins the laning phase against Yunara in League of Legends

Aphelios is favored during the laning phase against Yunara, winning 3 out of 5 key stat categories. Aphelios holds advantages in damage, crowd control and sustain, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.

Farming
6.7Aphelios
7.3Yunara
Yunara edges out Aphelios by 0.6 CS per minute — a moderate farming advantage that adds up to roughly 9 CS over a 15-minute laning phase. This translates to earlier component purchases and slightly faster power spikes for Yunara.
Damage
929Aphelios
889Yunara
Aphelios deals 41 more champion damage per minute than Yunara. While noticeable in extended trades, this gap can be offset by Yunara choosing favorable fight windows, such as engaging when Aphelios's key abilities are on cooldown or trading immediately after dodging a skillshot.
Economy
14,327Aphelios
14,675Yunara
Yunara earns 348 more gold per game than Aphelios, equivalent to roughly one additional component item. This economic edge comes from a combination of better farming, kill participation, and objective control, giving Yunara slightly faster item completions.
Utility
0.5Aphelios
0.3Yunara
Both Aphelios and Yunara 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
716Aphelios
592Yunara
Aphelios heals and mitigates 124 more damage per minute than Yunara, providing moderate extra durability. This sustain edge allows Aphelios to stay in lane longer between recalls and gradually win extended wars of attrition. Consider building early grievous wounds if playing Yunara.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Yunara
57.1%
+14.3% advantage
Aphelios early game win rateAphelios42.9%
Yunara early game win rateYunara57.1%
Late Game
Aphelios
56.3%
+12.5% advantage
Aphelios late game win rateAphelios56.3%
Yunara late game win rateYunara43.8%

Yunara dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 57.1% win rate — a 14.3 percentage point lead over Aphelios. This lopsided early game means Yunara can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.

Aphelios is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 56.3% win rate — 12.5 points above Yunara. Extended games heavily favor Aphelios, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

This matchup features a dramatic power shift: Yunara must aggressively press their early advantage and close out the game before Aphelios reaches their scaling breakpoints. If Aphelios survives the laning phase without falling too far behind, the matchup flips in their favor. Dragon and Rift Herald control are pivotal — the team that secures early objectives can snowball or buy time to scale.

Best Aphelios Runes Against Yunara

Precision rune tree - Aphelios primary runes vs YunaraPrecision
Press the Attack - best Aphelios rune vs YunaraTriumph - best Aphelios rune vs YunaraLegend: Bloodline - best Aphelios rune vs YunaraCut Down - best Aphelios rune vs Yunara
Inspiration rune tree - Aphelios secondary runes vs YunaraInspiration
Cash Back - best Aphelios rune vs YunaraTriple Tonic - best Aphelios rune vs Yunara
50.0% WR

Running Precision primary with Inspiration secondary allows Aphelios to press their advantage against Yunara, amplifying the strengths that make this a favorable matchup.


Aphelios matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.14. The table below shows Aphelios'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 Aphelios build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.

Aphelios matchup win rates and stats in League of Legends patch 26.14
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
43.96%916.585512,15046.3%42.0%
57.35%686.997213,49954.8%59.5%
46.97%666.389313,38550.0%45.5%
50.00%646.684312,16846.4%52.8%
46.51%437.086412,40065.0%30.4%
47.62%426.91,01513,92131.6%60.9%
51.61%316.380711,92941.7%57.9%
55.17%296.896412,90753.9%56.3%
37.04%276.790211,85325.0%46.7%
52.17%236.792914,32742.9%56.3%
38.10%216.985412,71250.0%27.3%
55.00%206.488612,94270.0%40.0%
45.00%206.084312,99345.5%44.4%
52.63%197.497313,45771.4%41.7%
47.37%196.51,07616,34820.0%57.1%
58.82%177.01,19315,63750.0%63.6%
50.00%166.384814,166100.0%27.3%
46.67%156.81,03016,10316.7%66.7%
64.29%146.91,04612,508100.0%37.5%
46.15%137.082212,81042.9%50.0%
40.00%106.192411,80625.0%50.0%
40.00%106.51,19015,73750.0%33.3%
55.56%96.587312,87566.7%33.3%
55.56%97.291311,16557.1%50.0%
28.57%76.680712,39250.0%0.0%
66.67%66.21,27912,42066.7%66.7%
33.33%67.15288,21550.0%25.0%
66.67%66.81,01218,0650.0%66.7%
50.00%66.71,16615,52825.0%100.0%
40.00%56.982915,3290.0%66.7%
40.00%56.373313,21833.3%50.0%

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Aphelios vs Yunara - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Aphelios do against Yunara in League of Legends?

Aphelios wins the Aphelios vs Yunara matchup with a 52.2% win rate compared to Yunara's 47.8%, a 4.3 percentage point difference. This data is based on 23 recent ranked games in patch 26.14.

How does Aphelios do against Yunara in the early game?

In the early game, Yunara has the advantage against Aphelios with a 57.1% win rate versus 42.9%. Yunara players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Aphelios do against Yunara in the late game?

In the late game, Aphelios takes over the Aphelios vs Yunara matchup with a 56.3% win rate compared to 43.8%. Aphelios scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Aphelios vs Yunara matchup?

Aphelios wins the matchup against Yunara with a 52.2% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.14. The 4.3 percentage point advantage means Aphelios is moderately favored in this lane matchup based on 23 games analyzed.

What is the best Aphelios build against Yunara?

The best Aphelios build against Yunara includes optimized core items. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.

What are the best Aphelios runes against Yunara?

The best Aphelios runes against Yunara use the Precision primary tree with Inspiration secondary. This rune setup achieves a 50.0% win rate in the Aphelios vs Yunara matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Aphelios counter Yunara?

Yes, Aphelios has a favorable matchup against Yunara with a 52.2% win rate. Aphelios has a solid advantage over Yunara in lane based on current patch 26.14 data.

How do I play Aphelios against Yunara?

When playing Aphelios against Yunara, leverage your statistical advantages by trading aggressively during favorable windows. Play safe early and scale into your power spikes where you outperform Yunara. Build the recommended items and runes for this specific matchup for the best results.