In one of the most intense matches of IEM Cologne 2024, the NAVI team confidently defeated MOUZ with a score of 2:0, proving that they are rightfully ranked among the world leaders. This result not only put NAVI into their fourth LAN final in 2024, but also emphasized their stability and skill at the most prestigious tournaments. Tense struggle and unexpected twists and turns made this match one of the main events of the tournament.

For CS fans, this match was a real spectacle, where every card was filled with drama and emotional moments. And although MOUZ proved to be a strong opponent, NAVI managed to pull out the victory, demonstrating their ability to cope with pressure and win in critical moments.

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Team preparation

The confrontation between NAVI and MOUZ at IEM Cologne 2024 has been generating a lot of interest. Both teams approached the tournament in great shape and the fans were expecting a spectacular battle. MOUZ decided to choose the map Inferno, expecting to use their skills against NAVI. However, B1ad3, the NAVI coach, was surprised by this choice and shared this with James Banks: “B1ad3 told me when he got off the stage that he was surprised by MOUZ pick of Inferno”

The course of the match

The match began on the Inferno map, which was chosen by the MOUZ team. In the first half, NAVI imposed their tempo for the CT side, the first half ended in a 9-3 domination. However, after the change of sides, the situation on the map changed and MOUZ managed to get back into the game and a mirror situation occurred and the teams went to extra rounds. Despite this, NAVI pulled out the win in overtime, ending the map in their favor with a score of 16-14.

The second map, Mirage, began with four straight rounds from MOUZ. On their CT side, they were able to win eight rounds. After switching sides, NAVI won three rounds in a row and the match became extremely tight. The teams took turns winning rounds, but at the end NAVI was able to take the upper hand, ending the game with a score of 13-11.

Aleksib was especially outstanding as he took two clutches in a row 1vs2 and 1vs1 thanks to which NAVI first went to match point and then won 13-11. In turn, the best player of the match was b1t with his excellent play during the two maps, which is reflected in his rating of 6.9

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Significance of the win

With this win, NAVI advance to the finals where they will meet Vitality, who defeated SAW earlier in the day. MOUZ, on the other hand, leave the tournament after failing to advance further in this intense competition.

For NAVI, this success at IEM Cologne 2024 was another confirmation of their status as one of the best teams in the world. Having reached their fourth LAN final this year, they continue to deliver consistent results at the highest level. The upcoming match against Vitality promises to be no less interesting, whether NAVI can finish the year on top as the first three-time IEM Cologne champions and take three major tournaments this year.

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