The second day of Swiss Round 2 at PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026 delivered two dramatic three-map battles as FURIA and Aurora secured crucial 2–1 victories, strengthening their position in the standings while pushing their opponents closer to elimination pressure.
Yesterday’s Results — Setting the Tone in Cluj
Before today’s decisive Swiss-round clashes, all four teams had already shaped their tournament narratives:
- FURIA opened the event with a confident 2–0 win over B8, showcasing strong structure and reliable late-round execution.
- FUT secured a hard-fought 2–1 victory against Aurora, proving resilient in clutch situations and composed under pressure.
- Aurora fell 1–2 to FUT, but showed competitive individual form despite the loss.
- paiN were edged out 1–2 by The MongolZ, unable to maintain momentum after a promising start to the series.
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FURIA 2–1 FUT
FURIA entered the 1–0 pool clash against FUT knowing that a win would move them one step away from playoff qualification. The series turned into a momentum swing that showcased both tactical depth and individual firepower.
Mirage — FUT strike first (13:9)
FUT opened strongly on Mirage, capitalizing on early mid control and forcing FURIA into reactive defensive setups. cmtry and lauNX found key entries, and FUT closed the map 13–9 after consistently winning late-round trades.
Overpass — marathon response (22:18)
Overpass became the turning point. FURIA’s T side looked far sharper, with KSCERATO and molodoy combining for high-impact openings. The map extended deep into overtime, but FURIA’s composure proved decisive. Their spacing in post-plant situations allowed them to grind out a 22–18 win and level the series.
Anubis — controlled finish (13:9)
With momentum secured, FURIA dictated the pace on Anubis. KSCERATO anchored key bombsites while yuurih stabilized mid-round calls. FUT struggled to maintain economy, and FURIA closed the decider 13–9 to seal the series 2–1.
Player statistics for the match
Player of the Match — Kaike “KSCERATO” Cerato
- 67–46 K-D
- 87.3 ADR
- 77.4% KAST
- 1.33 rating
His consistency across all three maps defined the series.
VRS impact
- FURIA: +15 VRS points
- FUT: −9 VRS points
FURIA advance to a 2–0 record, now one win away from playoffs.
Aurora 2–1 paiN
In the 0–1 elimination-pressure bracket, Aurora delivered a composed comeback to keep their campaign alive.
Nuke — paiN edge ahead (13:10)
paiN started confidently, punishing Aurora’s rotations and capitalizing on clutch scenarios. nqz and piriaj provided steady output, allowing paiN to take Nuke 13–10.
Anubis — Aurora stabilize (13:7)
Aurora responded with structure on Anubis. XANTARES imposed himself early, dominating aim duels and controlling mid space. Once Aurora secured economic control, paiN struggled to recover.
Dust2 — decisive control (13:4)
The decider was one-sided. Aurora dictated mid from the opening rounds, repeatedly forcing paiN into low-buy situations. XANTARES delivered a dominant individual performance, shutting down any comeback attempts and closing Dust2 13–4.
Player statistics for the match
Player of the Match — Ismailcan “XANTARES” Dörtkardeş
- 64–31 K-D
- 110.9 ADR
- 90.0% KAST
- 1.55 rating
One of the most explosive individual displays of the tournament so far.
VRS impact
- Aurora: +25 VRS points
- paiN: −4 VRS points
Aurora stabilize at 1–1, while paiN face increasing pressure in the Swiss system.
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What’s next?
FURIA now stand at 2–0 and move into the qualification pool, where a single win secures playoff entry. Aurora reset their run at 1–1 with momentum on their side. FUT and paiN, meanwhile, must regroup quickly to avoid falling into elimination territory. PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026 continues to prove that in the Swiss format, resilience and mid-round discipline matter as much as raw firepower.
