UPDATE: The final showdown for playoff spots at the Counter-Strike 2 Budapest Major 2025 is heating up! Right now, NAVI, FaZe Clan, and G2 Esports are in fierce competition for the last three slots in the playoffs, with critical matches unfolding today.
As of now, NAVI leads their advancement match against B8 with a commanding score of 1-0, having dominated Map 1 on Ancient with a striking 13-4 victory. Map 2, Train, is currently underway, and if NAVI secures this win, they will solidify their place in the playoffs. The final potential decider, Mirage, looms as well. Earlier in Stage 2, NAVI swept B8 3-0, but recent inconsistent performances raise the stakes.
“NAVI remain overwhelming favourites despite recent stumbles,” an analyst stated.
Meanwhile, FaZe Clan is set to clash with Passion UA at 16:30 CET. FaZe, who rebounded from a shaky start to Stage 1, are currently in strong form, having gone undefeated in Stage 2 and recently defeating Vitality. However, losses to Spirit and The MongolZ earlier in the tournament have them fighting for their playoff lives. Passion UA, the underdogs, have made headlines by eliminating top teams like M80 and Liquid, but they face a daunting task against FaZe.
Also on the line today is the highly-anticipated match between G2 Esports and Team Falcons. This winner-takes-all Bo3 showdown is set to begin later today, with exact times to be confirmed. G2, having started Stage 3 strong, now seeks redemption after losses to FURIA and The MongolZ. Team Falcons, still reeling from an early exit in Austin, bounced back with impressive wins but fell short against MOUZ yesterday.
Playoff Bracket Update: Five teams, including FURIA, Team Spirit, The MongolZ, Team Vitality, and MOUZ, have already secured their playoff positions. The winners of today’s matches will fill the remaining spots in the eight-team single elimination bracket, commencing on December 11 and culminating in the Grand Final on December 14.
With the stakes higher than ever, fans are on the edge of their seats. Will NAVI, FaZe, and G2 secure their playoff berths, or will the underdogs upset the odds? Stay tuned for live updates as these thrilling matches unfold!
