MOUZ Advance to IEM Krakow Semifinals with Dominant 2-0 Victory Over G2

MOUZ delivered a clinical performance to eliminate G2 Esports from IEM Krakow 2026, winning 2-0 in their quarterfinal matchup on Friday evening at TAURON Arena. The German organization demonstrated why they remain one of Counter-Strike 2's elite teams, taking Overpass 16-13 before crushing G2 on Dust2 with a dominant 13-7 scoreline.

The opening map on Overpass saw MOUZ build momentum despite G2's resistance, with the German squad's superior utility usage and site executions proving decisive in critical rounds. Spinx emerged as the standout performer across both maps, earning MVP honors for his exceptional fragging and clutch plays that consistently put G2 on the back foot. His ability to find impactful kills in crucial moments gave MOUZ the edge they needed to close out the first map.

Dust2 told a different story entirely, as MOUZ came out with aggressive intent and never allowed G2 to establish any rhythm. The 13-7 scoreline flattered G2, as MOUZ controlled both halves with textbook Counter-Strike fundamentals. The German team's mid-round calling and ability to read G2's setups proved too much for the international squad to handle.

This victory sends MOUZ into the semifinals where they will face Team Vitality, setting up a clash between two of Europe's premier organizations. For G2, the loss marks a disappointing end to their tournament run after showing promise in the group stage. The quarterfinal defeat continues a pattern of playoff struggles for the organization in recent months.

With the IEM Krakow finals scheduled for February 8, MOUZ will need to maintain this level of performance against Vitality to reach the championship match. The other semifinal features Team Spirit against FURIA, ensuring that the championship weekend will showcase the absolute best Counter-Strike 2 has to offer. The tournament marks the first time IEM has moved from its traditional Katowice location to Krakow, with TAURON Arena hosting the prestigious event.