Round Two Matches Defined as FISSURE Playground 2 Swiss Stage Advances
Luca Moretti
Round Two Matches Defined as FISSURE Playground 2 Swiss Stage Advances
The second round of Swiss-stage matchups for FISSURE Playground 2 has now been officially confirmed, setting the stage for several high-stakes clashes among teams with either 1-0 or 0-1 records. The day’s action is scheduled for September 14, 2025.
Matchups Breakdown: Who Plays Who
The draw has split teams based on their opening results:
Teams entering Round 2 with undefeated 1-0 records will face:
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G2 vs FURIA, in what is being billed as the marquee matchup of the round—two strong squads looking to cement their early momentum.
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Aurora vs TYLOO
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Falcons vs Legacy
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FaZe vs 3DMAX
Teams with 0-1 records in Round 2 must bounce back quickly. Matchups include:
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The MongolZ vs Lynn Vision
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Liquid vs GamerLegion
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Virtus.pro vs Astralis
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paiN vs HEROIC
Why These Matches Matter
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Swiss Format Pressure: In this format, starting 0-1 puts teams in a precarious position—another loss means facing elimination. Teams in the 1-0 pool have the luxury of a buffer but cannot afford to drop momentum.
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VRS & Major Implications: Every match carries weight for Valve Regional Standings (VRS) points, which are critical for Major qualification and seeding. Victories in Round 2 can heavily tilt the balance for teams on the bubble.
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Head-to-Head Interest: Some matchups carry extra narrative weight. For instance, G2 vs FURIA pits two powerhouses with big expectations. Meanwhile, FaZe vs 3DMAX features recent tension, rivalries, and fan interest given roster moves and recent performances.
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Room for Redemption: Teams like Liquid, Virtus.pro, paiN, The MongolZ aim to avoid going 0-2. A win here isn’t just about keeping pace—it’s about survival in the tournament.
Format, Stakes, and Context
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The Swiss Stage at FISSURE Playground 2 has 16 teams, each playing Best-of-3 matches. After five rounds, the top eight teams will proceed to playoffs (single elimination).
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The event runs from Sep 12-21, 2025 in Belgrade, Serbia. Rounds 2-5 are happening between Sun-Wed, ahead of playoffs starting Fri.
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Total prize pool is US$1,250,000, split between player and club shares. The VRS weight of the event and prize matters for rankings.
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