The IEM Rio Major 2022 is off to a remarkable start, as CS:GO enthusiasts from all over the world gathered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to witness this global spectacle. Although 24 teams qualified for the event, eight of them have already made their way home after being eliminated from the Challengers Stage.
In the Legends Stage so far, FURIA and Cloud9 have earned their slots for the Champions Stage after maintaining a 3-0 record, while Ninjas in Pyjamas and reigning CS:GO Major champions, FaZe Clan, were eliminated after three consecutive defeats.
On Day 3 of the IEM Rio Major 2022 Legends Stage, fans will get to witness the European giants, Natus Vincere (NAVI), compete against Kosovo's sole representatives and one of Europe's most promising rosters, Bad News Eagles. This best-of-three elimination match will determine which team gets to continue their Legends Stage run in hopes of qualifying for the Champions Stage.
CS:GO fans are excited for this highly anticipated matchup between NAVI and Bad News Eagles. Being an elimination series, one of these two teams is sure to pack their bags after this matchup.
NAVI will enter this matchup in weaker form when compared to Bad News Eagles. The latter has already won 6 out of 9 maps so far in the tournament, while NAVI have won only 1 out of 3. While this does place NAVI at a serious disadvantage, the organization has a roster that's capable of toppling some of the most challenging opponents in CS:GO history.
Currently, NAVI's roster comprises of players like s1mple, Perfecto, and b1t who are renowned for their individual capabilities. Paired with their history of success against top-tier opponents, NAVI can confidently head into the matchup, hoping for a victory.
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