Neeko Support has trouble against Bard (48.2% win rate) based on 524 games. This is a tough matchup for Neeko players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Neeko Support vs Bard Support in patch 15.15 (25.15), including win rates and pick rates. With proper study, this can improve your chances of victory up to 70%+ in this matchup.
With 2.9% popularity, Neeko constantly encounters meta-dominant Bard (5.3%, 13th place out of 51 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 (59.8% win rate) plus optimal itemization Hextech Rocketbelt, Zhonya's Hourglass, Cryptbloom, and Sorcerer's Shoes boosts your chances from 48.2% to 70%+ - potentially game-changing.
Vision deficit: Struggling in both the matchup and vision control (0.84 vs 0.91 wards/min) demands defensive warding and heavy jungle coordination. Damage doesn't equal wins: Neeko outputs more damage (515 vs 460/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 Bard: leads in both matchup win rate (51.8%) and KDA (3.10 vs 2.20, 7th vs 39th place). Neeko players need exceptional preparation to overcome this counter-pick.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| C | Tier | A+ |
| 48.2% | Matchup Winrate | 51.8% |
| 48.78% | Role Winrate | 50.55% |
| #37 | Winrate Rank | #14 |
| 2.9% | Pickrate | 5.3% |
| 2.2 | Average KDA | 3.1 |
| 319 | Gold per Minute | 309 |
| 0.84 | Wards per Minute | 0.91 |
| 515 | Damage per Minute | 460 |
Despite the slight difference in effectiveness, in the Neeko versus Bard matchup as support, neither champion has an overwhelming advantage. The winner is determined by player skill and understanding the intricacies of the confrontation. Studying this guide will improve your chances of success.
The magic damage that Neeko deals remains relevant in the late game. Look for opportunities to initiate or counter-initiate. Bard has mixed damage, be careful as it may be harder to defend if the opponent gets ahead or plays aggressively.
Consider the excellent vision control demonstrated by Bard, ranking 23rd (versus 34th for Neeko) in ward placement among supports. This means the opponent provides better map vision for their team. Meanwhile, their higher KDA (3.1 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 Bard 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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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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Your ultimate gains 6 Ability Haste, plus an additional 5 Ability Haste per Bou…
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…
Biscuit Delivery: Gain a Total Biscuit of Everlasting Will every 2 mins, until …
+18 Summoner Spell Haste+10 Item Haste
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
