The closed qualifier for ESL One Raleigh 2025 for North America began on January 18. The day was packed with exciting matches. We already know the two teams that will compete for a spot in the grand final tomorrow.

Upper Bracket Situation

The qualifier began with a match between Shopify Rebellion and Whiteice. The encounter ended as expected with a victory for Shopify, with a score of 2:0. Simultaneously, Sadboys played against Yoru Ryodan. The match ended in an easy victory for Yoru Ryodan with a score of 2:0.

The next pair of matches began with Dead Denasty against Team cyberding. The encounter ended with a victory for Dead Denasty with a score of 2:1. Simultaneously, Wildcard played against Red Bulls. The match ended in a landslide for Wildcard with a score of 2:0.

The upper bracket semifinals began with Shopify Rebellion against Yoru Ryodan. The encounter ended with a victory for Shopify with a score of 2:0. Simultaneously, Wildcard dealt with Dead Denasty effortlessly with a score of 2:0.

Lower Bracket Situation

In the evening, the lower bracket matches of the qualifier will commence. Whiteice and Sadboys, as well as Team cyberding and Red Bulls, will battle each other in an elimination match. In the next round, the winners will play against Dead Denasty and Yoru Ryodan, respectively. Today, we'll say goodbye to five teams.

All Match Results of the Day

• Shopify Rebellion 2:0 Whiteice
• Sadboys 0:2 Yoru Ryodan
• Dead Denasty 2:0 Team cyberding
• Wildcard 2:0 Red bulls
• Shopify Rebellion 2:0 Yoru Ryodan
• Wildcard 2:0 Dead Denasty

The closed qualifiers for ESL One Raleigh 2025 for North America are held online from January 18 to 20. The teams are competing for one spot in the main stage of the tournament. You can follow the schedule and results of the qualification at this link.