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After a grueling 2-1 victory over FURIA in one of the most dramatic series of the competition thus far, MOUZ has punched their ticket to the IEM Cologne 2025 semi-finals.

Map 1 Train – FURIA’s Pick

The Brazilians came out strong when the contest began on Train, FURIA’s selection. With crucial early-round kills from molodoy and YEKINDAR, their aggressive strategy took MOUZ by surprise. MOUZ, however, remained composed. Later on, torzsi came through with two huge clutches in overtime that turned the tide of the match.

Final score on Train? 19–16 to MOUZ, a steal, but not without bruises.

Map 2 Mirage – MOUZ’s Pick

FURIA struck back hard at Mirage, down a map but far from out. The Brazilians dominated the pace as FalleN called quick mid-round changes and KSCERATO tore through MOUZ’s defense. By obtaining important choices to maintain the pressure, molodoy once again demonstrated why he is FURIA’s rising star.

This time, there was no miracle comeback — FURIA closed it out 13–10 and forced a decider.

Map 3 Mirage – Decider Map

Inferno was always going to be close, and it did not let us down. FURIA appeared to be turning the corner after winning the first half 7 – 5. However, MOUZ settled in after the move. torzsi and Spinx worked together for a number of crucial rounds, including clutch plays that left the Brazilians reeling.

The final score: 13 – 11 MOUZ. Series won. Semi-final secured.

Stars of the Show

torzsi was without a doubt MOUZ’s difference-maker. His AWP was lethal, especially on Train and Inferno, and his 63–39 K/D statline speaks volumes. His smart, confident play under pressure turned close rounds into round wins — and round wins into map wins.

On the FURIA side, molodoy shone brightest. The young rifler dropped a massive 68 kills across three maps and earned MVP recognition from fans despite the loss. His ability to open rounds and keep FURIA in the game is a big reason they got this far.

What’s Next?

MOUZ now look ahead to a blockbuster semi-final against Vitality on August 2. It’ll be a massive test — but if they can keep their cool and play with the same discipline they showed today, they’ve got a real shot at the final.

 

FURIA bow out of the tournament in 5th–6th place, earning US$40,000 plus a chunk for the org. While they didn’t go the distance, their performance showed grit, growth, and promise for the future.