Aurora defeat Astralis and secure PGL Cluj-Napoca playoffs spot

Aurora delivered one of the most impressive comebacks of the group stage and eliminated Astralis from PGL Cluj-Napoca. The team closed the series 2:0 and locked in their place in the playoffs.

The final round group match between Aurora and Astralis ended with a confident 2:0 victory for Aurora. The first map, Overpass, was under Aurora’s control from the start as they secured a solid 13:7 win and immediately put Astralis under pressure.

The real drama unfolded on Dust2. After the first half, the series looked destined for a third map as Astralis led 10:2 and seemed firmly in control. However, after switching sides, Aurora pulled off an incredible comeback. The team flipped the momentum, won several crucial rounds and clutches, and eventually closed Dust2 13:11 to finish the match in two maps.

This victory sends Aurora to the PGL Cluj-Napoca playoffs, while Astralis exit the tournament after their third loss.

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The group stage is not over yet. The final playoff spots will be decided today in FUT vs PARIVISION and G2 vs NAVI, which will complete the playoff bracket.