On August 22 at 1:30 PM CEST, during the group stage of the MPL Philippines Season 16, Aurora Gaming will face Team Falcons PH. The match will be in a best-of-3 format and promises to be a test of strength for the underdog against one of the league's most consistent teams.

Current Standings

Aurora Gaming

Aurora Gaming confidently holds positions in the upper part of the MPL tournament standings. The team is considered one of the most stable participants this season, having made only one targeted change during the offseason.

Team Falcons PH

Team Falcons PH traditionally ranks among the top three teams in MPL Philippines. Along with Aurora, they continue to challenge the region's giants. Like their opponent, the club made minimal roster changes, limiting themselves to one replacement.

Current Team Form

Aurora Gaming

In the past month, Aurora has not played any official matches. The main change was in the Roamer position: Renejay has been replaced by Light. Despite minor roster adjustments, Aurora remains among the favorites to advance to the playoffs.

Team Falcons PH

The Falcons also haven't played since the end of Season 15. The team strengthened their EXP line — Pandora was replaced by Ferdz. The lineup looks balanced enough to confidently aim for the playoffs.

Head-to-Head Matches

Last season, Aurora Gaming and Team Falcons PH met twice in official matches. During the group stage, Aurora managed to secure a 2:1 victory. However, the situation changed in the playoffs: in the lower bracket, the Falcons defeated their opponent 3:0. Thus, the rivalry remains intense — each team has already proven their superiority at different points in the season.

Match Prediction

Both teams enter the new season with a refreshed yet familiar roster, making their encounter particularly intriguing. Aurora Gaming is considered one of the favorites in MPL PH Season 16, but the experience of Team Falcons PH and their stability in last season's playoffs inspire confidence. The Best-of-3 format suggests a more even battle than a playoff series, so expect a tense showdown.

Prediction: Aurora Gaming wins 2:1.

MPL Philippines Season 16 will run from August 22 to October. Teams will compete for a prize pool of $150,000 and slots in the M7 World Championship. Follow the results, match schedules, and news via this link.