Prediction for the MOUZ vs FURIA match at BLAST Open London 2025, scheduled for September 1, 2025, at 18:00 EEST, promises to be one of the most intense clashes of the Group B upper bracket final: the winner will advance directly to the LAN Finals semifinals, while the losing team will continue their run at BLAST Open London 2025 from the quarterfinals.
How the bookies view it: MOUZ favorite
Most bookmakers see MOUZ as the favorite in the match against FURIA at BLAST Open London 2025, mainly thanks to their stronger recent results and consistent performances at top-tier events. The European squad reached the grand final of IEM Cologne 2025 and has already beaten FURIA twice this year, which further strengthens their position. FURIA, however, remains a dangerous opponent — especially on Mirage — and could cause problems if they find their rhythm early in the series.
MOUZ Form: What to Expect from MOUZ
The team has been showing stable play at the top level. Over the past three months, they played 52 maps, winning 31. The last month has been packed: second place at IEM Cologne 2025 (losing in the final to Team Spirit), 3–4th place at BLAST Bounty 2025 Season 2 Finals, and a top-8 finish at the Esports World Cup 2025.
- MOUZ lineup: torzsi, xertioN, Jimpphat, Brollan, Spinx
In their last five matches, MOUZ defeated G2, Imperial, and Virtus.pro but lost to Falcons and Spirit. This shows good form, though there are still some issues in decisive matches.
FURIA Form: What to Expect from FURIA
The Brazilian squad played 47 maps in the past three months, winning 30. Their recent tournament results are less impressive: 5–6th place at IEM Cologne 2025 and an early exit at BLAST Bounty 2025 Season 2 (9–16th place).
- FURIA lineup: yuurih, KSCERATO, FalleN, molodoy, YEKINDAR
In their last five matches, FURIA picked up three wins (against Legacy, BIG, and Spirit) but suffered losses to Team Liquid and MOUZ. This indicates inconsistency, although the victory over Spirit boosts their confidence.
Map Pool MOUZ
MOUZ usually start by banning Dust2, even though they hold a 100% win rate on it. The team avoids playing a map they rarely practice. As their pick, MOUZ will most likely go for Train, where they have an 83% win rate and a four-game winning streak. This is their most reliable choice against strong opponents.
In the second round of bans, MOUZ will likely remove Inferno, as FURIA performs well there with a 64% win rate. If the match goes to a decider, MOUZ are ready to play Nuke, where they also have solid results.
Expected contribution of MOUZ to the map pool:
- Ban: Dust2, Inferno
- Pick: Train
- Decider: Nuke
Map Pool FURIA
FURIA traditionally bans Ancient first, as it is their weakest map.
As their pick, the Brazilians should choose Mirage, where they have an impressive 88% win rate and a seven-game winning streak. This is their go-to map, often securing points even against strong opposition.
In the second ban, the team will likely remove Overpass to deny MOUZ a potential surprise. If the match reaches the decider, FURIA are also comfortable with Nuke, where they show stable performances.
Expected contribution of FURIA to the map pool:
- Ban: Ancient, Overpass
- Pick: Mirage
- Decider: Nuke
Head-to-Head Record
In the past six months, MOUZ and FURIA have faced each other twice, and both times MOUZ came out on top with a 2:1 scoreline:
- ESL Pro League Season 21: MOUZ won on Train (13:9) and Nuke (13:11), while FURIA took Inferno (16:13).
- IEM Cologne 2025: Another victory for MOUZ, 2:1 — Train (19:16), Inferno (13:11), with FURIA winning Mirage (13:10).
Thus, MOUZ have proven their superiority over the Brazilians twice, particularly on the key maps Train and Nuke.
Prediction for the MOUZ vs FURIA Match at BLAST Open London 2025
The match promises to be tense, as both teams boast strong map pools and the willingness to fight. MOUZ enter in better form after a series of strong showings at top tournaments and have a positive head-to-head record against FURIA.
FURIA, on the other hand, are dangerous on Mirage and are likely to secure their pick, but their recent inconsistency and reliance on individual form work against them.
Prediction: MOUZ will win 2:1, taking Train and Nuke, while FURIA are expected to grab their pick Mirage.
