Falcons vs. G2 to headline final Stage 3 matchday at StarLadder Budapest Major 2025
Falcons vs. G2 to headline final Stage 3 matchday at StarLadder Budapest Major 2025
Falcons vs. G2 — high-stakes decider
The final round of Stage 3 at the StarLadder Budapest Major 2025 is set — and the headline match is Falcons vs. G2 Esports.
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Falcons entered this match as a 2-2 team: after earlier defeats to MOUZ and B8, they now must win to stay alive.
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G2, meanwhile, began Stage 3 with a promising 2-0 start — but recent losses to FURIA and The MongolZ have dropped them to the 2-2 pool, forcing this sudden-death matchup.
The clash has extra intrigue: for Falcons it’s a chance to redeem themselves and reach the playoffs; for G2 it’s a fight to avoid a premature exit. Given their recent struggles, both teams will likely approach this as a do-or-die encounter.
Context: How both teams got here
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Earlier in Stage 3, Falcons actually picked up a solid win over Passion UA, dominating on Nuke (13-5), with NiKo delivering an impressive 2.41 rating. Still, losses vs. MOUZ and B8 left them vulnerable.
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G2’s campaign began well: after beating paiN and another opponent, they appeared secure. However, back-to-back defeats to FURIA and The MongolZ derailed their momentum.
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Meanwhile, The MongolZ sealed the final playoff berth by beating G2 convincingly, finishing 3-1 to secure their spot.
Thus, the Falcons–G2 encounter becomes one of the most crucial matches of the tournament so far — with the last available slot for the playoffs on the line.
What’s at stake
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For Falcons: A win means survival — and a shot at the playoffs despite a shaky Stage 3. A loss means elimination.
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For G2: After an uncertain Stage 3, this is a chance to salvage their tournament hopes and avoid an early exit.
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For fans: Expect high pressure, unpredictable dynamics, and possibly high-stakes clutch plays — both teams will be throwing everything into securing progression.
Given how both sides have faltered recently, the match could swing either way.
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