Match Ended
BO3
European Pro League Season 26
Match Ended
BO3
Alliance (approx. world #85) entered with a shaky 40% win rate over 30 days, losing their last three matches prior to this meeting.
CPH Wolves (around #111) had stronger recent form at ~59% over the same period, with notable wins and higher activity.
Head-to-head favored Alliance, who beat CPH Wolves 2–0 in August 2024.
Community and betting odds leaned toward Alliance, with around 64% of fans picking them.
Edge: Slight advantage for Alliance in direct matchup, but CPH Wolves had better momentum.
Ban sequence: Train and Mirage were taken out; Ancient picked first by Alliance, Inferno by CPH Wolves, with Nuke left as decider.
Comparative map strength: Alliance excelled on click-heavy maps with hard-hitting AWP and support play. CPH Wolves held their own on Inferno but couldn’t sustain through the second halves.
Alliance: eraa delivered an MVP performance on Ancient: 36 kills / +9 rating avid, poiii, and twist all contributed above-average stats in both maps Their tactical depth showed in retakes and momentum swings.
CPH Wolves: n1Xen and Tapewaare posted solid numbers but couldn't close rounds Mid-round control faltered in critical moments.
Tactical note: Alliance's ability to adapt after initial deficits — especially on Ancient — was decisive. CPH Wolves’ first-half leads didn’t translate into map wins.
Ancient: If CPH Wolves build a lead, they must maintain momentum into late rounds. They couldn’t — Alliance narrowly overcame them.
Inferno: Close CT halves show CPH Wolves' strength, but Alliance’s resilience in the second half tipped the map.
Potential Nuke decider: Likely favors Alliance, given their comeback ability and clutching.
Alliance: Strong tactical adaptability, clutch performers (eraa, avid, poiii), and experience in tight finishes.
CPH Wolves: Decent map control and form, but lacked end-game execution and star-level firepower.
The series tilted toward Alliance’s consistency under pressure.
Alliance 2–0 CPH Wolves
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