The European team MOUZ defeated paiN Gaming in the quarterfinals of PGL Cluj-Napoca 2025, beating the Brazilian team on two maps with the same score of 13-11. The match turned out to be extremely tense, and although paiN put up a decent fight, MOUZ managed to realize their advantage in clutches and decisive moments of the game.

Match results and highlights

The first quarterfinal of the PGL Cluj-Napoca 2025 playoffs gave the audience a real thriller. MOUZ and paiN Gaming met in a duel, where each map was fought in an equal struggle.

At Inferno, paiN Gaming actively used their flexible attack, which allowed them to win numerous important rounds, but MOUZ's stable defense brought the Europeans a victory in the end. Mirage was held in a similar vein: both teams changed the lead, but MOUZ managed to coolly realize their key defense rounds, pressuring the opponent and closing the series.

Special mention should be made of biguzera, who became the MVP of the series due to his best statistical performance. Despite the defeat of his team, he demonstrated excellent form and stability throughout the tournament.

As for MOUZ, the best player was xertioN, who was recognized as EVP (the most valuable player after the MVP). His kills at critical moments and efficiency in clutches allowed MOUZ to take important rounds and prevent the game from going to overtime.

• MVP: biguzera (paiN Gaming) - 37/31 K/D, 95 ADR
• EVP: xertioN (MOUZ ) - 37/30 K/D, 95 ADR

What's next.

The victory over paiN Gaming ensures that MOUZ will reach the semifinals of PGL Cluj-Napoca 2025, where they will meet a stronger opponent in the fight for a place in the final.

paiN Gaming finished in the top 8, earning $62,500, which is a good result for the Brazilian team.

PGL Cluj-Napoca 2025 is the main tournament of the season

PGL Cluj-Napoca 2025 is one of the most prestigious CS2 tournaments of the year, with a prize pool of $1,250,000.

• The winner will receive $400,000
• 2nd place - $187,500
• 3rd place - $150,000
• 4th place - $87,500
• 5th-8th places - $62,500

The competition takes place in Bucharest, Romania, and the playoffs are held at the BT Arena.

MOUZ are currently showing great form and look like favorites in their grid. However, they will face even more serious challenges in the semifinals, where every mistake can cost them their place in the final.