Marvel Rivals Ignite Mid Season Finals has delivered a spectacle worthy of its name. After nearly a week of relentless battles, jaw-dropping plays, and nail-biting finishes, Europe’s Rad EU has emerged as the ultimate champions. What makes this victory truly historic is the journey they took to get there starting from the Play-In Stage and ending as the first-ever international champions of Marvel Rivals esports.
The grand showdown came down to a heated rematch between Rad EU and North America’s ENVY, two squads that had already clashed earlier in the tournament. Both teams had to fight through not just strong opponents, but also the stigma of being Play-In qualifiers. Yet, by the final day, they stood as the last two teams capable of claiming the crown.
100 Thieves Stopped in Their Tracks
Before Rad EU could take their revenge on ENVY, they had to overcome 100 Thieves in the Lower Bracket Finals. 100 Thieves, Americas Stage 1 runners-up, entered determined to force a Grand Finals rematch against ENVY. What they got instead was a 3-0 sweep at the hands of the European powerhouse.
Rad EU edged out a tense 2-1 on Celestial Husk, followed it with another 2-1 on Central Park, and then sealed the deal on Yggdrasill Path with a hard-fought 3-2. Despite 100 Thieves’ desperate push, they were denied and sent home in third place with $60,000 in winnings, while Rad EU advanced to the biggest match of their careers.
The Grand Finals: A War for the Ages
Facing ENVY in a best-of-seven Grand Finals, Rad EU wasted no time making a statement. They opened with a commanding 2-0 win on Celestial Husk. ENVY struck back with a narrow 4-3 win on Yggdrasill Path, showing they would not roll over easily. Rad EU then surged ahead again, taking Hall of Djalia 3-2 and Hell’s Heaven 2-1, pushing themselves to the brink of victory.
ENVY, refusing to go quietly, clawed back with a 3-2 triumph on Central Park, keeping the series alive. But the final blow came on Spider-Islands, where Rad EU closed out a tense 2-1 win to seal the series 4-2. The roar of the crowd matched the elation of the players as they lifted the trophy, completing a journey from underdogs to world champions.
Making History and Taking Home the Prize
With their victory, Rad EU not only becomes the first team to ever win an international Marvel Rivals title but also pockets $160,000 in prize money. Along the way, they toppled regional champions like Sentinels and Citadel Gaming, proving that rankings and reputations mean nothing when heart, skill, and teamwork take over.
This win sends a clear message to the Marvel Rivals esports scene Europe is here, and they are ready to dominate. For Rad EU, it is not just about the money or the trophy; it is about cementing themselves in history as the squad that defied the odds and conquered the world stage.
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