Alistar Support counters Neeko hard (45.3% win rate) based on 526 games. This matchup is really difficult for Neeko players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Neeko Support vs Alistar Support in patch 15.24 (25.24), including win rates and pick rates. With proper study, this can improve your chances of victory up to 70%+ in this matchup.
With 3.2% popularity, Neeko constantly encounters meta-dominant Alistar (4.1%, 16th place out of 52 Support champions). Understanding how to play against this popular champion becomes essential for consistent Neeko performance in the current patch. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Arcane Comet + Manaflow Band combination (80.5% win rate) plus optimal itemization Hextech Rocketbelt, Frozen Heart, Liandry's Torment, and Ionian Boots of Lucidity boosts your chances from 45.3% to 70%+ - potentially game-changing.
Vision deficit: Struggling in both the matchup and vision control (0.80 vs 0.95 wards/min) demands defensive warding and heavy jungle coordination. Damage doesn't equal wins: Neeko outputs more damage (620 vs 340/min, 2nd place) but still loses the matchup. The issue likely lies in survivability, mobility, or damage timing rather than raw output. Complete dominance by Alistar: leads in both matchup win rate (54.7%) and KDA (2.40 vs 2.20, 26th vs 44th place). Neeko players need exceptional preparation to overcome this counter-pick.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| D | Tier | B |
| 45.3% | Matchup Winrate | 54.7% |
| 48.10% | Role Winrate | 48.85% |
| #48 | Winrate Rank | #42 |
| 3.2% | Pickrate | 4.1% |
| 2.2 | Average KDA | 2.4 |
| 299 | Gold per Minute | 280 |
| 0.80 | Wards per Minute | 0.95 |
| 620 | Damage per Minute | 340 |
Difficult matchup requiring deep understanding of game mechanics and flawless execution. Patience and proper macro play are the keys to victory in this confrontation.
The magic damage that Neeko deals remains relevant in the late game. Look for opportunities to initiate or counter-initiate. Meanwhile, Alistar deals primarily magic damage (72.43%), additional magic resistance may be required.
Consider the excellent vision control demonstrated by Alistar, ranking 12th (versus 47th for Neeko) in ward placement among supports. This means the opponent provides better map vision for their team. Meanwhile, their higher KDA (2.4 versus 2.2) suggests they participate more effectively in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Neeko player to avoid attempts to force trades and all-ins with the Alistar player, as the matchup requires a patient and calculated approach. Extended trades without clear tactical advantage often lead to unfavorable consequences, and ignoring opportunities to receive team support can be a fatal mistake for game progression.
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Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
Damaging a champion with an ability hurls a comet at their location, or, if Arcane Comet …
Hitting an enemy champion with an ability permanently increases your maximum ma…
Gain bonuses upon reaching the following levels:Level 5: +5 Ability Haste Level…
Your next damaging ability hit sets champions on fire dealing 20 - 40 bonus mag…
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Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
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