Master League PvP guide
Solgaleo Pokémon GO – PvP, Best Moves, IVs & Counters
Solgaleo is a Psychic/Steel-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. Its strongest current PvP league is Master League, where it currently ranks #42. Its recommended PvP moveset is Fire Spin with Psychic Fangs and Iron Head.
Master League
#42
Strong pick
Type
Psychic/Steel
Best Fast Move
Fire Spin
Charged Moves
Max CP
4,570
Updated for the current Pokémon GO season · September 2026
Rankings, moves and matchup data are updated automatically from the latest available PvP data.ABOUT SOLGALEO
Is Solgaleo Good in Pokémon GO PvP?
Solgaleo is currently a strong PvP option in Master League where it is ranked #42.
Solgaleo is also a situational PvP option in Ultra League where it is ranked #385.
Solgaleo PvP Rankings
| League | Rank | PvP Score | Recommended Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra League | #385 | 75.6 | Fire Spin, Psychic Fangs, Iron Head |
| Master LeagueBest | #42 | 85.7 | Fire Spin, Psychic Fangs, Iron Head |
Best Moveset for Solgaleo in Pokémon GO PvP
Fast Move
Strong vs: Bug, Grass, Ice, Steel
Neutral vs: Dark, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Flying, Ghost, Ground, Normal, Poison, Psychic
Weak vs: Dragon, Fire, Rock, Water
Charged Move · STAB
Strong vs: Fighting, Poison
Neutral vs: Bug, Dragon, Electric, Fairy, Fire, Flying, Ghost, Grass, Ground, Ice, Normal, Rock, Water
Weak vs: Dark, Psychic, Steel
Charged Move · STAB
Strong vs: Fairy, Ice, Rock
Neutral vs: Bug, Dark, Dragon, Fighting, Flying, Ghost, Grass, Ground, Normal, Poison, Psychic
Weak vs: Electric, Fire, Steel, Water
The recommended PvP moveset for Solgaleo is Fire Spin with Psychic Fangs and Iron Head.
Alternative movesets
All Fast and Charged Moves currently available to Solgaleo in the imported game data.
Fast Moves
Fast Move
Strong vs: Bug, Grass, Ice, Steel
Neutral vs: Dark, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Flying, Ghost, Ground, Normal, Poison, Psychic
Weak vs: Dragon, Fire, Rock, Water
Fast Move · STAB
Strong vs: Fighting, Poison
Neutral vs: Bug, Dragon, Electric, Fairy, Fire, Flying, Ghost, Grass, Ground, Ice, Normal, Rock, Water
Weak vs: Dark, Psychic, Steel
Charged Moves
Charged Move
Strong vs: Bug, Grass, Ice, Steel
Neutral vs: Dark, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Flying, Ghost, Ground, Normal, Poison, Psychic
Weak vs: Dragon, Fire, Rock, Water
Charged Move · STAB
Strong vs: Fairy, Ice, Rock
Neutral vs: Bug, Dark, Dragon, Fighting, Flying, Ghost, Grass, Ground, Normal, Poison, Psychic
Weak vs: Electric, Fire, Steel, Water
Charged Move · STAB
Strong vs: Fighting, Poison
Neutral vs: Bug, Dragon, Electric, Fairy, Fire, Flying, Ghost, Grass, Ground, Ice, Normal, Rock, Water
Weak vs: Dark, Psychic, Steel
Charged Move
Strong vs: Ground, Rock, Water
Neutral vs: Dark, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Ghost, Ice, Normal, Psychic
Weak vs: Bug, Dragon, Fire, Flying, Grass, Poison, Steel
Solgaleo PvP Move Counts
Fire Spin → Psychic Fangs
4 Fast Moves from empty energy
Repeating count
Fire Spin → Iron Head
5 Fast Moves from empty energy
Repeating count
Solgaleo Battle Guide
Matchup values below come from the Master League matchup data in PoGoCoach. A value above 500 means Solgaleo wins the matchup; below 500 means it loses.
Strong Matchups
Difficult Matchups
Solgaleo Weaknesses & Resistances
Defensive type multipliers below combine Solgaleo's Psychic/Steel typing using the current Pokémon GO battle type chart.
Weak to
- dark1.6×
- fire1.6×
- ghost1.6×
- ground1.6×
Resistant to
- poison0.391×
- psychic0.391×
- dragon0.625×
- fairy0.625×
- 0.625×
- grass0.625×
- ice0.625×
- normal0.625×
- rock0.625×
- steel0.625×
Best Counters to Solgaleo in Pokémon GO PvP
Recommended attacks are measured against Solgaleo in Master League. Charged Move percentages show estimated unshielded damage to Solgaleo's league HP.
Master League
Recommended attacks
- Shadow Clawghost
Fast Move
Super Effective
- Shadow Ballghost
Charged Move
Super Effective
63% HP
- Moonblastfairy
Charged Move
Resisted
21% HP
Master League
Recommended attacks
- Dragon Breathdragon
Fast Move
Resisted
- Fusion Flarefire
Charged Move
Super Effective
68% HP
- Draco Meteordragon
Charged Move
Resisted
44% HP
Master League
Recommended attacks
- Dragon Breathdragon
Fast Move
Resisted
- Aqua Tailwater
Charged Move
Neutral
27% HP
- Spacial Renddragon
Charged Move
Resisted
29% HP
Master League
Recommended attacks
- Waterfallwater
Fast Move
Neutral
- Avalancheice
Charged Move
Resisted
22% HP
- Origin Pulsewater
Charged Move
Neutral
60% HP
Master League
Recommended attacks
- Dragon Breathdragon
Fast Move
Resisted
- Outragedragon
Charged Move
Resisted
32% HP
- Fusion Boltelectric
Charged Move
Neutral
42% HP
Ratings are shown from Solgaleo's perspective: the lower the value, the harder the matchup is for Solgaleo.
Best Teammates for Solgaleo in Pokémon GO PvP
Good teammates for Solgaleo should help cover some of its most difficult matchups while adding useful coverage against the current Master League meta.
Covers 4 of Solgaleo's 5 hardest current matchups.
Covers 4 of Solgaleo's 5 hardest current matchups.
Teammates are calculated from the current Master League rankings and matchup data, and update automatically with each PvP data import.
Best PvP IVs for Solgaleo
| League | Rank | IVs | CP | Level | Stat Product |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra League | #1 | 0/14/14 | 2,498 | 23 | 3,819,088 |
| #2 | 0/15/13 | 2,500 | 23 | 3,816,158 | |
| #3 | 1/15/11 | 2,500 | 23 | 3,809,478 | |
| #4 | 0/13/14 | 2,492 | 23 | 3,800,459 | |
| #5 | 0/13/15 | 2,496 | 23 | 3,800,459 | |
| Master League | #1 | 15/15/15 | 4,570 | 50 | 9,190,001 |
| #2 | 14/15/15 | 4,553 | 50 | 9,155,964 | |
| #3 | 15/15/14 | 4,562 | 50 | 9,150,728 | |
| #4 | 15/14/15 | 4,559 | 50 | 9,145,390 | |
| #5 | 13/15/15 | 4,536 | 50 | 9,121,927 |
Solgaleo Stats in Pokémon GO
Solgaleo's real battle stats in each league, at the CP cap and that league's best IV combination.
Ultra League
Solgaleo 0/14/14 (Best IV)
- Level
- 23
- CP
- 2,498
- Attack
- 163.4
- Defense
- 131.3
- HP
- 178
Master League
Solgaleo 15/15/15 (Best IV)
- Level
- 50
- CP
- 4,570
- Attack
- 226.9
- Defense
- 173.1
- HP
- 234
Solgaleo Evolution
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Solgaleo Pokémon GO PvP FAQ
What is the best moveset for Solgaleo in Pokémon GO PvP?
Solgaleo's recommended PvP moveset is Fire Spin with Psychic Fangs and Iron Head.
Is Solgaleo good in Pokémon GO PvP?
Solgaleo is currently a strong PvP option in Master League, where it is ranked #42.
What counters Solgaleo in Pokémon GO PvP?
Lunala, Reshiram and Palkia (Origin) are among the strongest current counters to Solgaleo in Master League.
What is Solgaleo weak to in Pokémon GO?
Solgaleo is weak to Dark (1.6×), Fire (1.6×), Ghost (1.6×), Ground (1.6×).