SFL US Resumes: The Final Sprint to the Playoffs
The mid-season break is over, and the Street Fighter League (SFL) Pro-US roars back into action tomorrow, December 3. The league will condense the entire second half of the season into a grueling four-day gauntlet in Burbank, culminating in the playoffs this Sunday. With the standings tighter than ever, every single point matters.
Here is the team-by-team breakdown of the path to the postseason.
1. Bandits Gaming (190 Points)
Status: Virtually Locked Led by the unstoppable MenaRD, the Bandits are the only undefeated team remaining at 6-0. They sit comfortably in first place with a significant point buffer.
- The Mission — Secure the number one seed early. Finishing first provides a massive advantage in the playoff bracket, allowing them to skip the initial elimination round.
- Key Matchup — vs FlyQuest (Dec 3). A win against the second-place team tomorrow would effectively clinch the top spot immediately.
- Outlook — They are playing with house money. Their main goal now is to maintain their form and perhaps hide specific character strategies for the finals.
2. FlyQuest (160 Points)
Status: Comfortable but Cautious After a slow start to the season, Punk rallied his squad to second place. They have a healthy lead over the elimination line but cannot afford to relax.
- The Mission — Win at least two of their remaining six matches to guarantee a playoff spot. They also need to find more consistency from their support players to avoid over-relying on their captain.
- Key Matchup — vs Shopify Rebellion (Dec 4). This match will likely determine the seeding order for the top four.
- Outlook — If the team stabilizes around Punk's leadership, they are a lock for the playoffs.
3. 2Game Esports (150 Points)
Status: The South American Powerhouse This team has been the revelation of the 2025 season. Representing a coalition of talent from across South America, 2Game has shocked the established order with aggressive play and high damage output.
- The Mission — Avoid the upset. Their schedule includes matches against desperate teams at the bottom of the table. Winning these "trap games" is their clearest path to safety.
- Key Matchup — vs Team Falcons (Dec 4). Falcons are desperate for points. If 2Game can shut them down, they likely cement their own spot in the top four while eliminating a rival.
- Outlook — They need just 40 or 50 more points to feel safe. Their chaotic, high-energy playstyle fits this compressed schedule perfectly.
4. Shopify Rebellion (140 Points)
Status: On the Bubble Despite a winning record, Shopify Rebellion holds the final playoff spot with a tenuous grip. They are only 30 points ahead of the chasing pack, meaning one bad day could end their season.
- The Mission — Defeat Team Falcons. It is that simple. A win against their closest pursuer extends their lead to an insurmountable margin.
- Key Matchup — vs Team Falcons (Dec 3). This is arguably the most important match of the entire week for the league standings.
- Outlook — NuckleDu has been playing at an MVP level. If his teammates Dual Kevin and JAK can contribute consistent points, they should hold the line.
5. Team Falcons (110 Points)
Status: In the Hunt Falcons are the "sleeping giant" of the league. With a roster featuring legends like Oil King and NL, they are far better than their current record suggests.
- The Mission — Go big or go home. Trailing by 30 points, they cannot settle for split sets. They need to secure sweeps (40-0) to close the gap rapidly.
- Key Matchup — vs Shopify Rebellion (Dec 3). A win here is non-negotiable. If they lose to Shopify tomorrow, their playoff odds drop to near zero.
- Outlook — They have the talent to run the table, but they have absolutely no margin for error left.
6. KuaiShou Gaming (90 Points)
Status: Life Support KSG has struggled to find consistency in the US league. While Xiaohai has shown flashes of brilliance, the team depth has not held up against the top squads.
- The Mission — Win out. With only 90 points, they are 50 points behind the cutoff. They essentially need to win five of their last six matches to have a mathematical prayer.
- Key Matchup — vs 2Game (Dec 3). If they lose their opener tomorrow, their season is effectively over.
- Outlook — While unlikely to advance, they can play the role of spoiler. No team wants to face a loose Xiaohai with nothing to lose.
7. Red Rooster Team (80 Points)
Status: Miracle Needed Despite securing two match wins, Red Rooster has failed to score high points in their losses, leaving them at the bottom of the table.
- The Mission — Chaos. They need the teams above them to lose consistently, and they need to sweep their own matches to catch up.
- Key Matchup — vs Bandits (Dec 3). They start the week against the league leaders. A loss here likely ends their playoff hopes officially.
- Outlook — They are playing for pride and the chance to upset the seeding for other teams.
Tune In
The road to the World Championship runs through Burbank this week. Action begins tomorrow, December 3, and continues daily through Saturday, with the Playoffs taking place on Sunday, December 7. You can watch every match live on the official Capcom Fighters Twitch and YouTube channels.