One of the most important Counter-Strike 2 tournaments of the year is entering its decisive stage.
After two intense phases where 16 teams were eliminated, the ESL Pro League Season 21 Playoffs are set to begin. The remaining 8 teams will battle it out in a single-elimination bracket, where there is no room for mistakes. One loss means elimination, while victory brings them closer to the grand prize of $100,000.
Participating Teams
The eight teams competing in the Playoffs are:
- Team Vitality (France)
- Team Spirit (Russia)
- MOUZ (Germany)
- NAVI (Ukraine)
- G2 Esports (Europe)
- Eternal Fire (Turkey)
- Team Liquid (North America)
- The Mongolz (Mongolia)
Now, let’s analyze the matchups and predictions for each game in the Playoffs.
Matchups and Predictions
Eternal Fire vs Team Spirit
- Odds: Eternal Fire (3.44) vs Team Spirit (1.31)
- Prediction: Team Spirit favored
Eternal Fire had to fight hard to qualify for the Playoffs, while Team Spirit dominated their way through the tournament. With Donk leading the charge, Spirit is the clear favorite to advance.
MOUZ vs G2 Esports
- Odds: MOUZ (1.64) vs G2 Esports (2.24)
- Prediction: MOUZ favored
G2 Esports has struggled throughout the competition, failing to reach their peak form. MOUZ, on the other hand, has maintained impressive consistency, especially after their recent championship win in Romania. They enter this match as the favorites.
Team Vitality vs Team Liquid
- Odds: Team Vitality (1.27) vs Team Liquid (3.76)
- Prediction: Team Vitality favored
Vitality remains one of the top teams in CS2, while Liquid has been relatively stable but lacks the high-tier dominance of Vitality. The French organization is expected to take the win in this encounter.
NAVI vs The Mongolz
- Odds: NAVI (1.46) vs The Mongolz (2.63)
- Prediction: NAVI slightly favored
The Mongolz have captured the hearts of fans with their underdog story and have consistently made the Playoffs in recent events. NAVI, one of the most beloved teams in the world, enters as the favorite, but Mongolz has the potential to pull off another upset.
Match Schedule and Dates
Thursday, June 13
- Eternal Fire vs Team Spirit – 15:45 PM
- G2 Esports vs MOUZ – 18:30 PM
Friday, June 14
- Team Vitality vs Team Liquid – 15:45 PM
- NAVI vs The Mongolz – 18:30 PM
Saturday, June 15
- Semifinal #1 – 15:45 PM
- Semifinal #2 – 18:30 PM
Sunday, June 16
- Grand Final – 14:15 PM
Source: ESL Counter Strike 2
Prize Distribution
The $100,000 prize pool will be distributed as follows:
- 1st Place – $40,000
- 2nd Place – $20,000
- 3rd Place – $12,000
- 4th Place – $8,000
- 5th-6th Place – $6,000 each
- 7th-8th Place – $4,000 each
Where to Watch ESL Pro League Season 21
All matches will be streamed on the official ESL channels. You can watch the action live on:
With top-tier teams battling for the ESL Pro League championship, this Playoffs stage promises intense matchups, surprises, and thrilling moments. Stay tuned and watch the action unfold as the best teams in the world fight for the trophy.