Spirit and FURIA will meet in the decisive match of the Elimination Stage at the Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024. This is the first match of both teams at this stage, which will be held in Bo1 format. Spirit look like favorites due to their stable form, but FURIA are capable of surprising with their aggressive play.

Current Form of Teams

Team Spirit is coming into this match after a confident victory over Ninjas in Pyjamas and Sashi in the previous stages. Their key advantage is well-coordinated team play and adaptability in different game situations. The main stars of the team, such as donk, continue to demonstrate a high level of play, which ensures the stability of the team.

FURIA has been showing mixed results. They confidently defeated BIG and Wildcard, but the loss to GamerLegion came as a surprise. The main strength of FURIA is its aggressive strategy and ability to impose its game. However, instability in the game of individual players can play to their disadvantage.

Team Map Pool

Spirit shows the best results on Vertigo (86% winrate) and Nuke (75%). These maps have become crucial for the team, as they demonstrate strong defense and offense. However, their weak maps - Inferno (0%) and Anubis (53%) - can be problematic.

FURIA have a strong play on Inferno (67%) and Dust II (67%), which makes these maps their key to success. At the same time, the results on Ancient (25%) and Mirage (38%) look less convincing.

The match is likely to take place on Dust2, as it is a strong map for both teams.

Match prediction

Spirit are more prepared for the match, given their stable form and advantage on important maps. If the match takes place on Inferno, Spirit's experience can be a decisive factor. At the same time, FURIA can impose their game through aggression, but their instability can play a decisive role.

Prediction: Spirit will win.

This is the first match for both teams at the Elimination Stage of the Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024. The Bo1 format adds intrigue, as only one map will decide the fate of the match. Over the past six months, the teams have met twice, and both times Spirit won, which gives the favorites confidence.

The Elimination Stage of the Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024 tournament will last from December 5 to 15. It features 16 teams that will fight for the playoffs and a part of the $1,250,000 prize pool. Follow the tournament events here.