Playoffs round 1
Virtus.pro vs 9z
Format: BO3
26.09.2023 20:00
Prediction for the match between Virtus.pro and 9z which will take place on September 26. Who will turn out to be stronger? Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.
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Virtus.pro showed their fans an impressive performance in the ESL Pro League Season 18 group stage, beating Liquid 2:1 in a first-round Group D match rematch. This match was a real test for the Russian team, and the players demonstrated their class and ability to work as a team.
The series started with Virtus. pro's defeat on the Inferno map, where Liquid could play the critical moments of the match in their favor. However, Virtus.pro was not going to give up, and on the Ancient map, they managed to change the situation thanks to the outstanding play of Jame and a convincing series of six rounds in a row.
The decisive Vertigo map was an example of Virtus.pro's resilience. The Russians quickly and confidently beat Liquid, securing their second win over this team at the tournament. This victory had a special significance, as their former teammate was on the other side of the field.
Virtus.pro's coach, dastan, mentioned the tension of the match, especially when the score became 14:14 on the Ancient map. However, the team coped with the pressure and won an important victory.
Virtus.pro players are ready to fight in the playoffs of ESL Pro League Season 18 and impose a serious game on their opponents. Their unique style and cohesion could be key to their success at this tournament.
9z
Team 9z has shown an impressive recovery from their recent setback at the Last Chance Stage in Malta. This South American team has shown that Latin Americans are capable of serious play and can handle strong opponents.
Their path to the ESL Pro League Season 18 playoffs started with a loss on Overpass in their last match, but after that, they could pull themselves together and take solid wins on Inferno and Nuke. Maximiliano max Gonzalez and his team showed strong play and cohesion, which allowed them to come out on top of the series.
9z started the tournament poorly but wins over M80 and Apeks gave them a second chance. The deciding match on the Nuke map was completely under the control of 9z, and the boys from South America won 16:6.
Now that the 9z players have made the playoffs, they could be the real dark horse of this tournament. With their cohesion and ability to adapt to strong opponents, other teams should not underestimate this South American team. Team 9z could surprise and advance deep into the ESL Pro League Season 18 playoffs.
Expert Betting Tips
In this confrontation, we can expect Virtus.pro to dominate and most likely finish the match with a score of 2:0 in their favor. It is not excluded that 9z can prepare something unexpected. But based on the current form and level of play, Virtus.pro is the clear favorite in this match.