Final Swiss Stage Match-ups Locked In at PGL Masters Bucharest

Final Swiss Stage Match-ups Locked In at PGL Masters Bucharest
The concluding round of the Swiss stage at PGL Masters Bucharest 2025 is set, with the final “2-2” match-ups now confirmed for Thursday, October 30. These matches will determine the last three teams to advance into the eight-team playoff bracket. 

Key Match-ups

• GamerLegion vs Gentle Mates — Gentle Mates are trying to complete a recovery from 0-2 and secure a 3-2 record.

• Legacy vs FlyQuest — Legacy, winners of the CS Asia Championships, still have one final chance after missing earlier opportunities against B8.

• Aurora vs Astralis — This clash between the Danes (Astralis) and the Turkish-side Aurora promises high stakes: Astralis are seeking revenge after a prior defeat to the Turks at ESL Pro League Season 22, while Aurora must rebound after blowing two chances to advance.

Tournament Format & Timing

The Swiss system group stage has been running from Sunday, October 26 through Thursday, October 30, with teams’ progression based on their win-loss records. The final Swiss “decider” matches on Thursday will feed into the playoff bracket starting Friday. 

Context & Implications

• Teams entering the 2-2 bracket are fighting for survival: a win grants a playoff berth, a loss means elimination or consolation bracket.

• The pressure is highest for squads like Legacy and Aurora, who have found themselves with extra chances due to earlier stumbles.

• Astralis’ qualification route sees them trying to convert potential into guaranteed advancement, having eliminated 3DMAX earlier and now facing a critical match.