Natus Vincere defeated Eternal Fire in the final of the top set of Group A at ESL Pro League Season 20, guaranteeing themselves a place in the quarterfinals of the tournament. This match was a real test for both teams, which only added to the intrigue for the fans.
This confrontation deserves attention, because both teams showed a high level of play and fight until the last round. In the first map the match was so tough that everything was decided only after three overtimes, which emphasizes the strength of the opponents and the importance of victory for NAVI.
Tense start on Anubis
The match started on the Anubis map with NAVI leading the first half 7-5. However, after a change of sides, Eternal Fire was able to regain control and take the game into overtime. These extra rounds were key as neither team wanted to concede. After three overtime rounds, Natus Vincere still managed to pull out the win, although their opponents showed resilience throughout the map.
The second map, Mirage, was completely controlled by Natus Vincere. The first half ended 10-2 in favor of NAVI, and despite Eternal Fire's attempts to get back into the game, they were unable to stop their opponents. Natus Vincere ended the card with a score of 13-5, sealing a 2-0 win and guaranteeing themselves a spot in the quarterfinals.
Conclusion
Natus Vincere's win over Eternal Fire not only put them into the quarterfinals, but also confirmed their status as one of the strongest teams in the tournament. Eternal Fire, on the other hand, will begin their journey to the playoffs in the second round, where they will have to prove their mettle once again.
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