PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026 Round 4 Matchups Set: Schedule, Qualified Teams, Elimination Matches & Key Storylines

The Swiss stage at PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026 is reaching its most decisive moment. After three intense days of Counter-Strike, the Round 4 matchups are officially locked in — and every series now determines who reaches the playoffs and who goes home.

Two teams have already secured their spot in the BT Arena playoffs, while two squads have been eliminated. The remaining 12 teams now face the highest-pressure matches of the event.

This article covers the full Round 4 schedule, results so far, player quotes, and key storylines shaping the CS2 tournament.

PGL Cluj-Napoca Swiss Stage Explained

The tournament uses a five-round Swiss format:

3 wins → advance to playoffs

3 losses → elimination

Round 4 is critical because:

Teams with 2-1 records play for instant playoff qualification

Teams with 1-2 records fight to avoid elimination

Only 8 teams reach the arena playoffs.

Teams Already Qualified for Playoffs

Two favorites secured perfect or near-perfect runs and became the first playoff teams.

Vitality dominate the group stage

Vitality crushed MOUZ to complete a flawless 3-0 run through the Swiss stage.
After qualifying early, flameZ explained the team’s approach:

“We didn’t play the best, but we improved with every game.”

Early qualification also gives Vitality valuable rest before the arena stage.

Falcons secure playoffs after beating FURIA

Falcons ended a difficult head-to-head streak against FURIA and booked their playoff spot.
Their qualification adds another contender to an already stacked playoff bracket.

Teams Eliminated from PGL Cluj-Napoca

Two teams have already exited the tournament after three losses.

3DMAX eliminated after rough run

3DMAX left the event after a brutal map streak. A player admitted after elimination:

“Right now, it sucks… We cannot play properly, we are losing our feeling.”

paiN knocked out by G2

G2 eliminated paiN in a high-pressure series led by a standout performance from HeavyGod.

PGL Cluj-Napoca Round 4 Schedule (Swiss Stage)

2-1 Matches — Win and Reach Playoffs

These are the biggest matches of the day.

MOUZ vs FUT

FUT has become the breakout team of the event, often called the tournament’s “talk of the town.”
They now face defending Cluj-Napoca champions MOUZ for a playoff berth.

NAVI vs The MongolZ (Main Match)

This series headlines Round 4.

NAVI coach B1ad3 previously said the team believes it can become:

“A trophy contender.”

This match could confirm whether NAVI can turn potential into results.

FURIA vs PARIVISION

This is a BLAST Bounty semifinal rematch, adding extra tension and storyline value.

1-2 Matches — Elimination Series

Every losing team is out of the tournament.

FaZe vs Astralis

A massive elimination clash between two legendary organizations.

Astralis player Staehr recently praised the team’s new additions:

“I’m very surprised in a good way. Both are so good individually.”

This series will test that confidence under pressure.

B8 vs Aurora

A survival match between rising contenders fighting for a final Swiss round chance.

G2 vs HEROIC

G2 barely survived elimination once — now they must do it again against HEROIC.

Key Storylines Heading Into Round 4

1. NAVI’s title ambitions under pressure

NAVI entered the season believing they could become trophy contenders.
A win here puts them in playoffs; a loss sends them to a final do-or-die match.

2. FUT’s Cinderella run

FUT has surprised fans and analysts alike.
Beating MOUZ would confirm them as a real playoff threat.

3. Historic teams fighting for survival

FaZe, Astralis, and G2 all sit one loss away from elimination — a huge storyline for fans and the CS2 rankings.

4. Swiss stage chaos continues

Swiss formats often create unpredictable matchups. Round 4 could still produce major upsets before the final round.

What Happens Next at PGL Cluj-Napoca?

After Round 4:

3 more teams will qualify for playoffs

3 more teams will be eliminated

The remaining teams will fight in Round 5 for the final playoff spots

The playoffs will then move to the BT Arena, where the final eight teams compete for the trophy.