Ireland vs Denmark

Team Form & Rankings

Ireland (#115) have shown impressive qualifying form, topping their group 3–0 with wins over Malta, Czechia, and Albania — notable performances from arTisT and Tree60 brought confidence into their first IESF appearance.

Denmark (#62) are strong on paper with established CS2 pedigree and international experience; however, they’ve less recent LAN exposure and may underestimate Ireland’s momentum.

Head‑to‑head: No prior meeting in LAN play, but Ireland carry psychological advantage from qualifying success.

Edge: Slightly favors Ireland — home confidence and qualifiers give them a boost, but Denmark’s experience keeps it close.

Map Pool Insights

The event hasn’t released veto data yet, but Ireland have proven on Mirage and Inferno in qualifiers (~50%+), while Denmark have wide map depth across all seven pool maps.

Map advantage leans to Denmark given their broader experience, though Ireland hold comfort on common maps like Mirage and Inferno.

Individual & Tactical Factors

Ireland’s core lineup (arTisT, Tree60, Extinct, N8, Zerpherr) delivered strong LAN performances—in one qualifier Tree60 posted 29 kills in a 13–11 victory.

Denmark’s roster (Patti, Cabbi, Lucky, Zyphon, HUNDEN) possess high-level firepower and tactical discipline, though lacking recent competitive results.

Tactically, Ireland bring aggressive mid-round plays and momentum, while Denmark will aim for controlled, structured approaches.

Tactical Scenarios & Prediction

Map 1 (Ireland pick — likely Mirage/Inferno): Ireland’s confidence and crowd support will tilt close early; Prediction: *13–11 Ireland*.

Map 2 (Denmark pick — perhaps Nuke/Dust2): Denmark's map depth and discipline should let them edge late rounds; Prediction: *13–10 Denmark*.

Decider (likely Inferno/Ancient): Momentum from Ireland and home support may push them over the line, though it could run down to final rounds — Prediction: *13–11 Ireland*.

Summary

Ireland: Riding LAN momentum, strong qualifiers, and home-tournament confidence.

Denmark: More experienced roster and map versatility, but slightly rusty.

Expect a tight, tactical Bo3 where atmosphere and comebacks matter; Ireland’s momentum could carry them to a breakthrough.

AI Predicted score

Ireland 2–1 Denmark