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Neeko vs Naafiri MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Naafiri

Neeko vs Naafiri

Updated May 31, 2026

Overview

Neeko has higher lane pressure and should use disguise and minion angles to control trades against Naafiri.
Focus on denying Naafiri safe poke and all-in windows by leveraging E root and R threat.

Trading pattern

Fish for E roots through minions to set up Q burst before Naafiri can respond.
Punish Naafiri's W if she commits it into your crowd control or misses Q poke.
Avoid extended trades if E misses or R is down, as Naafiri's mobility and burst become more threatening.

Danger windows

Naafiri's all-in is dangerous when her Q poke has lowered your health and her R is active.
Avoid fighting when Naafiri's W is up and your crowd control or mobility is on cooldown.
Be cautious if disguise or W clone is tracked, as your engage options are easier to read and punish.

Early game

Use E through minions to root Naafiri and follow up with Q before she commits W.
Maintain wave control to avoid giving Naafiri predictable engage paths with W.
Use W clone and passive disguise to create uncertainty and bait Naafiri's all-in attempts.

Power spikes

Respect Naafiri's level 6 R for enhanced chase and burst potential.
Neeko's level 6 R is a major all-in and teamfight threat to force spacing or picks.
First completed AP item strengthens Neeko's burst and trading power significantly.

Win conditions

Use disguise and minion-enhanced E to create pick opportunities and punish Naafiri's committed engages.
Leverage R threat in teamfights to control grouped enemies and force Naafiri to respect your presence.
Deny Naafiri safe poke and all-in windows by controlling wave and spacing to limit her ability to snowball.

Tip: For Neeko vs Naafiri, read overview, trading pattern, and danger windows first for a fast Mid lane check.

Updated May 31, 2026New matchup