FURIA vs NAVI CS:GO IEM Rio Major 2022 Quarter-finals: Head-to-head, livestream details, and more
The Champions Stage of the IEM Rio Major 2022 commenced on November 10, 2022, featuring eight of the best CS:GO teams from the twenty-four teams that initially arrived in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. These teams will go head-to-head in a single-elimination bracket to fight for the lion's share from a $1.25 million prize pool.
The opening day of the Champions Stage witnessed two exciting quarter-finals matchups. Outsiders defeated Fnatic to head over to the first semi-finals. They will be joined by MOUZ, who defeated Cloud9 to earn their semi-finals spot.
On Day 2 of the IEM Rio Major Champions Stage, one of Brazil's very own, FURIA Esports, will take on one of the world's most renowned CS:GO teams, Natus Vincere (NAVI) in a best-of-three encounter. The winner of this matchup will proceed to meet the winner of Spirit vs Heroic in the semi-finals.
NAVI and FURIA are two really strong contenders for the IEM Rio Major title. After playing through various stages of the tournament, both teams are just two wins away from reaching the Grand Final. However, as things stand, only one of them can progress to the semis and have a shot at claiming the CS:GO Major title.
FURIA is Brazil's leading CS:GO roster. Although teams like Imperial and 00 NATION had the most support from their regional fanbase, FURIA's performance in the Rio Majors prompted the entire Brazilian CS:GO community to support them throughout the tournament.
Apart from being the most beloved Brazilian roster at the Majors, FURIA is also one of the most experienced rosters, with a core that has been playing together for almost five years. Their in-game leader, arT, and Riflers yuurih and KSCERATO, are exceptional players who have carried the team to victory on several
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