Neeko - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
51.0%
Pick Rate
1.4%

Neekovs Sylas

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

Neeko vs Sylas is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.14. Neeko wins with a 75.0% win rate (+50.0%) over Sylas based on 8 games. Neeko holds the advantage in both the early and late game. Below you'll find the best Neeko build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Neeko vs Sylas matchup.

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Neeko Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Neeko 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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Neeko - 75.0% win rate in this matchup
Neeko
75.0% WR
VS
Sylas vs Neeko matchup - 25.0% win rate
Sylas
25.0% WR

Who Wins the Neeko vs Sylas Matchup?

Neeko wins the Neeko vs Sylas matchup
Winner
Neeko
Matches: 8
75.0%
Win Rate
25.0%
4.5
CS / min
4.2
766
DMG / min
742
9,737
Gold / game
10,452
92
Heal / min
250
353
DMG Mitigated / min
707
1.5
CC / min
0.8
50.0%
Early Game WR
50.0%
100.0%
Late Game WR
0.0%

Neeko vs Sylas Matchup Summary

The Neeko vs Sylas matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 8 recent matches analyzed, Neeko wins with a 75.0% win rate compared to Sylas's 25.0%, giving Neeko a 50.0 percentage point advantage. Neeko dominates at every stage — from early laning through late game team fights. This consistent advantage makes it difficult for Sylas players to find favorable windows, so team-dependent strategies and avoiding solo confrontations are essential. The most significant statistical gap is in sustain, where Sylas leads by 512 HP/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Neeko players can confidently pick into Sylas and play aggressively from level 1. Look to establish lane dominance early through favorable trades and zone Sylas away from CS whenever possible. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.

Neeko vs Sylas Laning Phase Breakdown

Neeko wins the laning phase against Sylas in League of Legends

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

Farming
4.5Neeko
4.2Sylas
Neeko and Sylas farm at nearly identical rates in this matchup, with only a 0.3 CS/min difference. Neither champion holds a meaningful farming advantage, so lane dominance will come from trading and jungle interaction rather than CS leads.
Damage
766Neeko
742Sylas
Damage output is virtually even between Neeko and Sylas, with only 25 DMG/min separating them. Fights in this matchup are decided more by ability timing and positioning than raw damage numbers, making mechanical skill the deciding factor in trades.
Economy
9,737Neeko
10,452Sylas
Sylas earns 715 more gold per game than Neeko, equivalent to roughly one additional component item. This economic edge comes from a combination of better farming, kill participation, and objective control, giving Sylas slightly faster item completions.
Utility
1.5Neeko
0.8Sylas
Neeko provides 0.7 seconds more crowd control per minute than Sylas, offering better gank setup potential and slightly more team fight utility. This CC advantage helps Neeko coordinate with their jungler and control the pace of skirmishes.
Sustain
445Neeko
957Sylas
Sylas vastly out-sustains Neeko, healing and mitigating 512 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Sylas 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 Neeko Build Against Sylas

Crimson Lucidity is the optimal boots choice against Sylas, providing the mobility and stats Neeko needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Neeko against Sylas are Imperial Mandate, Morellonomicon and Zhonya's Hourglass. This combination gives Neeko an effective balance of damage, survivability, and utility for the matchup. This build performs exceptionally well, achieving a 100.0% win rate across 1 games — well above average and making it the top item path against Sylas. Adjustments may be needed based on team compositions and game state, but this build provides the strongest foundation for the Neeko vs Sylas matchup.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Neeko
50.0%
+0.0% advantage
Neeko early game win rateNeeko50.0%
Sylas early game win rateSylas50.0%
Late Game
Neeko
100.0%
+100.0% advantage
Neeko late game win rateNeeko100.0%
Sylas late game win rateSylas0.0%

The early game (first 15 minutes) is a toss-up between Neeko and Sylas, with Neeko 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 Sylas. Extended games heavily favor Neeko, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

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

Best Neeko Runes Against Sylas

Domination rune tree - Neeko primary runes vs SylasDomination
Electrocute - best Neeko rune vs SylasTaste of Blood - best Neeko rune vs SylasGrisly Mementos - best Neeko rune vs SylasTreasure Hunter - best Neeko rune vs Sylas
Sorcery rune tree - Neeko secondary runes vs SylasSorcery
Manaflow Band - best Neeko rune vs SylasScorch - best Neeko rune vs Sylas
66.7% WR

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


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

Neeko 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
46.30%542.35969,88447.4%45.7%
48.48%331.95658,45356.3%41.2%
55.00%201.861910,52560.0%53.3%
50.00%181.76287,52044.4%55.6%
58.82%171.96039,54140.0%66.7%
64.71%171.660610,04250.0%72.7%
56.25%161.86699,46942.9%66.7%
53.33%152.160510,001100.0%36.4%
50.00%141.97309,8840.0%70.0%
30.77%132.563510,305100.0%10.0%
23.08%131.76188,71920.0%25.0%
53.85%131.45588,56450.0%60.0%
46.15%131.75297,32071.4%16.7%
81.82%112.56497,34587.5%66.7%
90.91%112.067211,466100.0%87.5%
36.36%112.37469,06475.0%14.3%
63.64%115.279011,50450.0%66.7%
30.00%102.15419,0200.0%37.5%
50.00%101.85759,17025.0%66.7%
60.00%101.85857,52780.0%40.0%
50.00%101.960110,92850.0%50.0%
55.56%91.46247,29366.7%33.3%
75.00%85.26029,959100.0%50.0%
75.00%84.57669,73750.0%100.0%
62.50%85.283011,468100.0%25.0%
62.50%82.173610,75450.0%66.7%
62.50%84.881111,519100.0%50.0%
57.14%71.46105,08775.0%33.3%
42.86%71.75528,23766.7%25.0%
71.43%72.38119,412100.0%50.0%
57.14%71.765110,688100.0%50.0%
57.14%71.75889,76550.0%60.0%
42.86%71.86599,2280.0%60.0%
33.33%62.86069,470100.0%0.0%
66.67%65.876813,529100.0%50.0%
50.00%61.74318,8060.0%75.0%
80.00%54.788912,118100.0%75.0%
40.00%51.45188,20450.0%33.3%
100.00%52.067210,863100.0%100.0%
40.00%55.61,01013,2760.0%50.0%
60.00%52.26077,839100.0%50.0%
60.00%51.55808,37366.7%50.0%
60.00%54.476214,5260.0%60.0%

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Neeko vs Sylas - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Neeko do against Sylas in League of Legends?

Neeko wins the Neeko vs Sylas matchup with a 75.0% win rate compared to Sylas's 25.0%, a 50.0 percentage point difference. This data is based on 8 recent ranked games in patch 26.14.

How does Neeko do against Sylas in the early game?

In the early game, Neeko has the advantage against Sylas with a 50.0% win rate versus 50.0%. Neeko players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Neeko do against Sylas in the late game?

In the late game, Neeko takes over the Neeko vs Sylas 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 Neeko vs Sylas matchup?

Neeko wins the matchup against Sylas with a 75.0% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.14. The 50.0 percentage point advantage means Neeko is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 8 games analyzed.

What is the best Neeko build against Sylas?

The best Neeko build against Sylas includes Imperial Mandate, Morellonomicon, Zhonya's Hourglass with Crimson Lucidity. This build achieves a 100.0% win rate in the matchup. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.

What are the best Neeko runes against Sylas?

The best Neeko runes against Sylas use the Domination primary tree with Sorcery secondary. This rune setup achieves a 66.7% win rate in the Neeko vs Sylas matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Neeko counter Sylas?

Yes, Neeko has a favorable matchup against Sylas with a 75.0% win rate. Neeko strongly counters Sylas in lane based on current patch 26.14 data.

How do I play Neeko against Sylas?

When playing Neeko against Sylas, 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.