Yone vs Naafiri
Mid Lane MatchupYone vs Naafiri MID matchup tips: who wins, how to trade, wave control and common mistakes.
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Who Wins
- You lose early trades pre-6 due to Naafiri's superior burst and mobility with her Q poke and E engage.
- Post-6 you gain significant kill pressure with R engage potential, but Naafiri can still out-trade you if she lands her full combo first.
How to Trade
- Look for extended trades using Q3 knockup into W shield, then E back to safety before Naafiri can retaliate with her full combo.
- Avoid short trades where Naafiri can Q poke and disengage, as her burst windows are stronger than your poke.
Wave Control
- Push early waves to establish priority, then look to freeze near your tower once Naafiri hits level 3-4 where her all-in becomes dangerous.
- You want to control the wave state to prevent her from freely roaming while maintaining farm safety.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't use E aggressively without vision of enemy jungler, as Naafiri's W can easily set up ganks and you'll be overextended.
- Avoid trading when your Q stacks are down, as you lose your main trading tool and escape mechanism.
Created on 02/22/2026
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