Fnatic vs Phantom Esports Betting Tips – Fnatic To Handle Phantom at Stake Pulse Beat II
Fnatic face Phantom Esports in the opening round of Group C at Stake Pulse Beat II. Both teams have struggled this season, but recent performances hint at a resurgence—Fnatic have excelled in qualifiers, while Phantom boast a 5-1 run. Although both squads are on the upswing, Fnatic’s higher rating and tougher recent opponents make them the likely winners. Phantom need to prove themselves against stronger competition. The recommendation is to back Fnatic on the moneyline at 1.52 odds.
- Fnatic vs Phantom Esports betting tips and Counter-Strike 2 predictions for Wednesday, September 23, in the opening round of Group C at Stake Pulse Beat II (12:00 CEST)
- Fnatic enter the match as favourites
- Phantom are showing some signs of life
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Fnatic vs Phantom Esports Betting Predictions
Fnatic and Phantom Esports will face off on Wednesday, September 23, in the opening round of Group C at Stake Pulse Beat II, in a very important match for both teams.
- Fnatic vs Phantom Esports Betting Predictions
- First Clash of 2026
- Where to Watch Fnatic vs Phantom Esports Live?
- Fnatic Are Ramping Up
- Fnatic Squad & Team News
- Phantom Esports Are Holding On
- Phantom Esports Squad & Team News
Both teams enter Stake Pulse Beat with low expectations, having failed to win much this season. However, they’ve both been showing some sort of resurgence of late. Phantom have won five of their last six games, while Fnatic have been stepping up in their more recent competitive endeavours.
This is a clash between two in-form teams, but while Phantom’s resurgence is noticeable, they still have to show more, especially against higher-rated teams. So it is easy to doubt them and their chances to cook up an upset on Wednesday.
- Fnatic are higher rated than Phantom
- Both teams are in good form
- This is Fnatic’s game to lose
First Clash of 2026
Fnatic and Phantom Esports have yet to meet this season.
Where to Watch Fnatic vs Phantom Esports Live?
Counter-Strike 2 fans can watch the Stake Pulse Beat II clash between Fnatic and Phantom Esports on any major online streaming platform, via Stake Pulse channels. Alternatively, Stake will offer free streaming of the event on its betting platform, along with in-play markets for the matches.
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- Register using promo code NEWBONUS or log in to your account
- Find Stake Pulse Beat markets under the CS2 tab
- Enjoy the free live stream and place in-play bets
Fnatic Are Ramping Up
Fnatic’s 2026 season has been underwhelming, to say the least. The Black & Orange have won just one tournament, and haven’t left a lasting mark in most of their competitive appearances.
Since the start of Summer, they’ve shown some signs of life. In June, Fnatic placed third at Journey Summer, then won ESL Challenger League S52 Europe Cup #1, and made the semifinals of Stake Pulse Beat I.
Over the next month, Fnatic have produced a mixed bag of results, but they have made it through Stake Ranked Episode 4 closed qualifiers, beating the likes of Ninjas in Pyjamas, BBL Esports, and Virtus.pro, which is promising.
Fnatic are nowhere near being considered as serious title contenders, but they have been ramping up of late, and are 7-3 from their last 10.
| Date | Event | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 6 | PGL Masters Bucharest EU Open Qualifier 2 | Drama | 14-16 (L) |
| September 6 | Stake Ranked Ep.4 Qualifiers | Ninjas in Pyjamas | 2-1 (W) |
| September 5 | PGL Masters Bucharest EU Open Qualifier 2 | Nexus Gaming | 13-7 (W) |
| September 5 | Stake Ranked Ep.4 Qualifiers | BBL Esports | 2-1 (W) |
| September 4 | PGL Masters Bucharest EU Open Qualifier 1 | ASTRAL | 8-13 (L) |
Fnatic Squad & Team News
No changes for Fnatic.
- Rodyon "fear" Smyk
- Dmytro "jambo" Semera
- Mykyta "jackasmo" Skyba
- Artem "cairne" Mushynskyi
- Volodymyr "mazay" Iorhachov
Phantom Esports Are Holding On
Phantom Esports are third-lowest rated team in Stake Pulse Beat II, having yet to win a tournament this season. They came close at the end of August at CCT Europe Series #7, where Phantom reached the semifinals.
Since their heroic run at CCT Europe, Phantom Esports made it through Stake Ranked E5 open qualifiers and made the semifinals of the Stake Pulse Beat III open qualifier.
Despite not winning many events, Phantom Esports are 5-1 from their last six games, which indicates strong form ahead of Stake Pulse Beat II, giving hope they can do some damage in the group stage. But it remains to be seen whether Phantom can challenge higher-rated teams like Fnatic.
| Date | Event | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 16 | Stake Pulse Beat III Open Qualifier #2 | BC.Game | 11-13 (L) |
| September 16 | Stake Pulse Beat III Open Qualifier #2 | SINNERS Esports | 13-11 (W) |
| September 16 | Stake Pulse Beat III Open Qualifier #2 | Johnny Speeds | 13-9 (W) |
| September 15 | Stake Ranked Ep.5 Open Qualifier | G2 Ares | 2-0 (W) |
| September 14 | Stake Ranked Ep.5 Open Qualifier | Tltbs | 16-13 (W) |
Phantom Esports Squad & Team News
Phantom Esports haven’t announced any roster changes since the departure of coach Dawid "lunAtic" Cieślak on September 21.
- Kacper "Kylar" Walukiewicz
- Kamil "KEi" Pietkun
- Thomas "TMB" Bundsbæk
- Nico "nicoodoz" Tamjidi
- Jan "cej0t" Dyl
Verdict
Phantom Esports have shown some signs of life of late, winning five of their last six games. Likewise, Fnatic have been ramping up and appear to be in good form, having produced a promising run through Stake Ranked E4 qualifiers, and before that in the Esports World Cup Last Chance Qualifier.
While neither team is considered elite, it is easy to see Fnatic as the more likely victors. Phantom are showing promise, but they have more to prove.
While neither team is considered elite, it is easy to see Fnatic as the more likely victors. Phantom are showing promise, but they have more to prove.
Fnatic To Win
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