Aurora defeated FURIA in a two-map series at BLAST Open Rotterdam to clinch a playoff spot, taking Dust2 16-14 and Inferno 13-6.

TYLOO edged FaZe 2-1 at the same event, taking Mirage 13-11 and Overpass 13-11 after dropping Ancient 8-13.

FURIA had previously defeated TYLOO to advance to the upper-bracket semi-finals, taking Mirage 13-8 and Overpass 13-11.

FaZe showed mixed form, with some flashes from karrigan and broky while Twistzz and frozen underperformed on the deciding map.

Head coach Sid Macedo would have to substitute for FalleN in playoffs if the team advanced, though KSCERATO downplayed this, citing ongoing lineup experimentation and Stage 2 communication issues.

karrigan acknowledged the team’s need to control their own fate and perform at DraculaN to secure Major qualification.

FURIA pushed for rallies through individual brilliance and late-round pressure but could not convert enough rounds to win a map.

FaZe opened Ancient with a 5-0 run, yet TYLOO rallied late with Mercury and Moseyuh leading to clinch the map and the series.

KSCERATO remained optimistic about Aurora’s stability and chemistry, noting anticipated veto dynamics for Ancient maps.

karrigan delivered clutch plays, including a 1v2 AWP moment on Mirage and multiple decisive holds on Overpass, driving FaZe’s effort.

FaZe’s Major berth hangs in the balance as they drop to a 3-11 record in 2026 and risk being excluded from IEM Cologne Major before DraculaN Season 6.

KSCERATO emphasized the importance of a break after Pro League to reset mentally, helping FURIA gear up for BLAST Rotterdam.