Skarner - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
48.8%
Pick Rate
0.7%

Skarnervs Neeko

DTankFighter
Patch26.11
Matches90,657
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedMay 30, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Skarner vs Neeko is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.11. Skarner wins with a 100.0% win rate (+100.0%) over Neeko based on 1 games. Skarner holds the advantage in both the early and late game. Below you'll find the best Skarner build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Skarner vs Neeko matchup.

MetaBot Desktop
Live In-Game Overlays
Join Our Discord
Bug reports, feature requests & developer chat
Join Discord

Skarner Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Skarner 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
Skarner - 100.0% win rate in this matchup
Skarner
100.0% WR
VS
Neeko vs Skarner matchup - 0.0% win rate
Neeko
0.0% WR

Who Wins the Skarner vs Neeko Matchup?

Skarner wins the Skarner vs Neeko matchup
Winner
Skarner
Matches: 1
100.0%
Win Rate
0.0%
0.9
CS / min
1.3
555
DMG / min
523
9,917
Gold / game
8,526
163
Heal / min
112
1,167
DMG Mitigated / min
275
1.9
CC / min
2.6
0.0%
Early Game WR
0.0%
100.0%
Late Game WR
0.0%

Skarner vs Neeko Matchup Summary

The Skarner vs Neeko matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 1 recent matches analyzed, Skarner wins with a 100.0% win rate compared to Neeko's 0.0%, giving Skarner a 100.0 percentage point advantage. Skarner 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 Skarner leads by 944 HP/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Skarner 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.

Skarner vs Neeko Laning Phase Breakdown

Skarner wins the laning phase against Neeko in League of Legends

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

Farming
0.9Skarner
1.3Neeko
Neeko edges out Skarner by 0.4 CS per minute — a moderate farming advantage that adds up to roughly 6 CS over a 15-minute laning phase. This translates to earlier component purchases and slightly faster power spikes for Neeko.
Damage
555Skarner
523Neeko
Skarner deals 32 more champion damage per minute than Neeko. While noticeable in extended trades, this gap can be offset by Neeko choosing favorable fight windows, such as engaging when Skarner's key abilities are on cooldown or trading immediately after dodging a skillshot.
Economy
9,917Skarner
8,526Neeko
Skarner generates a commanding 1,391 more gold per game than Neeko. This substantial economic advantage means Skarner consistently reaches key item breakpoints earlier, creating a compounding lead that grows throughout the game. Neeko should focus on cost-effective item choices and avoid unnecessary deaths to prevent falling further behind.
Utility
1.9Skarner
2.6Neeko
Neeko provides 0.7 seconds more crowd control per minute than Skarner, 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
1,331Skarner
386Neeko
Skarner vastly out-sustains Neeko, healing and mitigating 944 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Skarner 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 Skarner Build Against Neeko

Boots of Swiftness is the optimal boots choice against Neeko, providing the mobility and stats Skarner needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Skarner against Neeko are Locket of the Iron Solari, Knight's Vow and Zeke's Convergence. This combination gives Skarner 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 Neeko. Adjustments may be needed based on team compositions and game state, but this build provides the strongest foundation for the Skarner vs Neeko matchup.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Skarner
0.0%
+0.0% advantage
Skarner early game win rateSkarner0.0%
Neeko early game win rateNeeko0.0%
Late Game
Skarner
100.0%
+100.0% advantage
Skarner late game win rateSkarner100.0%
Neeko late game win rateNeeko0.0%

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

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

Skarner 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 Skarner Runes Against Neeko

Sorcery rune tree - Skarner primary runes vs NeekoSorcery
Arcane Comet - best Skarner rune vs NeekoManaflow Band - best Skarner rune vs NeekoCelerity - best Skarner rune vs NeekoScorch - best Skarner rune vs Neeko
Resolve rune tree - Skarner secondary runes vs NeekoResolve
Overgrowth - best Skarner rune vs NeekoSecond Wind - best Skarner rune vs Neeko
100.0% WR

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


Skarner matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.11. The table below shows Skarner'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 Skarner build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.

Skarner matchup win rates and stats in League of Legends patch 26.11
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
40.00%151.472011,16337.5%42.9%
64.29%140.762013,33233.3%72.7%
80.00%101.679111,563100.0%71.4%
33.33%91.97639,80633.3%33.3%
28.57%70.853911,88733.3%25.0%
60.00%50.743111,44633.3%100.0%
60.00%51.16518,28375.0%0.0%
60.00%51.35628,70075.0%0.0%
60.00%50.767912,6390.0%75.0%
100.00%12.594713,8110.0%100.0%
100.00%10.746314,2710.0%100.0%
100.00%10.91,17614,1230.0%100.0%
0.00%10.251713,3090.0%0.0%
0.00%10.964110,3010.0%0.0%
100.00%10.867413,8860.0%100.0%
0.00%15.61,03416,1240.0%0.0%
0.00%10.53959,9280.0%0.0%
0.00%10.650011,5740.0%0.0%
0.00%10.26808,6910.0%0.0%
100.00%10.95559,9170.0%100.0%

Get the MetaBot Desktop App

Level up your gameplay with real-time overlays, automatic game detection, and instant stats — all on your desktop.

In-game overlaysAuto game detectionMulti-game supportPersonal dashboard
Download NowFree download
🔍

Help us maintain accuracy! If you notice incorrect stats, missing data, or any issues, your feedback directly improves the quality of our data for the entire community.

Report an Issue

Skarner vs Neeko - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Skarner do against Neeko in League of Legends?

Skarner wins the Skarner vs Neeko matchup with a 100.0% win rate compared to Neeko's 0.0%, a 100.0 percentage point difference. This data is based on 1 recent ranked games in patch 26.11.

How does Skarner do against Neeko in the early game?

In the early game, Skarner has the advantage against Neeko with a 0.0% win rate versus 0.0%. Skarner players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Skarner do against Neeko in the late game?

In the late game, Skarner takes over the Skarner vs Neeko matchup with a 100.0% win rate compared to 0.0%. Skarner scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Skarner vs Neeko matchup?

Skarner wins the matchup against Neeko with a 100.0% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.11. The 100.0 percentage point advantage means Skarner is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 1 games analyzed.

What is the best Skarner build against Neeko?

The best Skarner build against Neeko includes Locket of the Iron Solari, Knight's Vow, Zeke's Convergence with Boots of Swiftness. 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 Skarner runes against Neeko?

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

Does Skarner counter Neeko?

Yes, Skarner has a favorable matchup against Neeko with a 100.0% win rate. Skarner strongly counters Neeko in lane based on current patch 26.11 data.

How do I play Skarner against Neeko?

When playing Skarner 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.