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Neeko vs Akali MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Akali

Neeko vs Akali

Updated May 31, 2026

Overview

Neeko has medium early agency and high lane pressure, aiming to control wave and punish Akali's cooldowns.
Focus on denying Akali safe windows created by her W and avoid giving her free all-in opportunities.

Trading pattern

Fish for empowered E angles to root Akali, then burst with Q while her W is down or before she can enter it.
Use W or passive disguise to confuse Akali and set up all-ins or force her to misposition.
Avoid trading when Akali's W is active; punish her cooldowns immediately after it expires.

Danger windows

Akali is most dangerous when her Akali W is active, granting her stealth and safe trading.
Respect Akali's E recast as a major commit point enabling her to engage or escape.
Avoid forcing R or extended trades when Akali's W is up or when E is on cooldown.

Early game

Use E through minions to root Akali and follow with Q burst before she can safely engage with W.
Pressure the wave to exploit Akali's weaker early waveclear and force her to use energy on farming.
Avoid extended trades when Akali has W available, as she gains safe trading windows then.

Power spikes

Level 6 R is a major power spike for Neeko to threaten all-ins and teamfight control.
First completed AP burst item enhances Neeko's kill pressure and burst potential.
Respect Akali's level 3 unlock of Q-W-E for safer trades and her level 6 R for lethal all-ins.

Win conditions

Use minion waves to land E roots through Akali and follow with Q burst to zone or kill.
Leverage disguise and W clone to create uncertainty and pick Akali off when she mispositions.
Turn level 6 R threat into picks or force Akali to play cautiously, denying her scaling and lane pressure.

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

Updated May 31, 2026New matchup