The first competitive matches of the 2017 Spring Split are almost here!

Competitive play for the NA LCS and EU LCS will get under way shortly. Teams are already preparing for all the 2017 Season has to offer on Summoner’s Rift, with the first matches taking place on Jan. 19.

Here’s a summary of each league and their first day of matches:

EUROPEAN LCS (EU LCS)

Date: Jan. 19

Time: 8 AM PST

Format: (New)

• Two groups, 5 teams per group
• Double round robin within groups
• Single round robin between groups
• Bo3 matches
• 10 week regular season
• 3 week playoffs

Where to watch: Lolesports, YouTube, and Twitch

NORTH AMERICAN LCS (NA LCS)

Date: Jan. 20

Time: 3 PM PST

Format: (Unchanged)

• 10 teams
• Double round robin
• Bo3 matches
• 9 week regular season
• 3 week playoffs

Where to watch: Lolesports, YouTube, and Twitch

Which league do you think will be the most competitive this year? Who will wind up 2017 Spring Split champions in each league? If you miss anything, make sure to check out our spoiler-free VOD page to catch up on all the action.