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Yasuo vs Zoe MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Yasuo vs Zoe

Updated Jun 1, 2026

Overview

Yasuo is a melee skirmisher who needs minion waves to use E for mobility and to engage short trades.
Pressure Zoe early to deny her safe poke angles and prevent her from setting up Zoe E for burst.

Trading pattern

Stack Q and use E through minions to close distance and threaten knockup for R.
Use W to block Zoe Q but be mindful it doesn't block Zoe E sleep bubble; dodge or sidestep Zoe E.
Punish Zoe after missed Zoe E or when she uses Zoe R poorly to close in for trades or all-ins.

Danger windows

When W is down, Yasuo is vulnerable to Zoe Q poke and Zoe E setup.
When no minion wave exists, Yasuo loses E mobility and becomes an easier target for Zoe's poke and Zoe E.
Avoid fighting when Zoe's Zoe E is up and aimed as it sets up her burst combo.

Early game

Use level 2 power spike with Q plus E to trade aggressively before Zoe hits 6.
Avoid extended trades when W is down as Zoe's Zoe Q and Zoe E combo can punish.
Keep minion waves on your side to maintain E mobility and reduce Zoe's poke effectiveness.

Power spikes

Major spikes: Level 2 access to Q plus E mobility and level 6 R with knockup follow-up.
Respect Zoe's level 6 Zoe R for extended poke angles and burst potential.
First completed item powers Yasuo's damage and survivability in trades.

Win conditions

Use Q and E to control space and force Zoe to miss Zoe E, then engage with knockups and R.
Deny Zoe calm scaling by applying pressure and punishing her cooldowns, especially after missed Zoe E.
Maintain minion waves to keep E mobility and W ready to block Zoe Q for safer trades.

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

Updated Jun 1, 2026New matchup