**100 Thieves, Nongshim RedForce, and Leviatán have already secured international titles in 2026 via the Esports World Cup, Masters Santiago, and Masters London respectively, shaping trader views on remaining opportunities like VALORANT Champions Shanghai.** 100 Thieves enter the ongoing Champions group stage with strong momentum after their Americas Stage 2 title and EWC victory, featuring consistent roster execution across maps and agents. Nongshim RedForce carry proven international pedigree from their Santiago win and recent Pacific results, while teams like Paper Rex, Karmine Corp, and NRG show deep playoff potential through recent series wins and roster depth. Group stage outcomes, map veto control, and meta adaptations in Shanghai will heavily influence which additional rosters can claim a 2026 international crown before the October 18 grand final.