Natus Vincere vs Pipsqueak+4 Prediction 13 September 2026
π The BLAST Slam Europe closed qualifiers bring us a clash where the favourite is crystal clear. Natus Vincere are in phenomenal form, while Pipsqueak+4 have struggled with consistency. With NAVIβs current momentum and their impressive statistical trends, itβs likely this series ends in a clean sweep.
Head-to-Head
π The teams have faced off twice recently, with each side claiming a win. In January 2026, NAVI edged out a 2-1 victory at the BLAST Slam Europe Closed Qualifier. Pipsqueak+4 responded in June, taking their revenge with a 2-1 triumph of their own at the Esports World Cup Western Europe Closed Qualifier. Both encounters highlighted Pipsqueak+4βs resilience and ability to contest every map. While psychological parity remains, NAVIβs current form leaves little doubt as to who enters as favourites.
Head-to-head statistics NaVi - PIPS+4

Natus Vincere Team Overview
The βBorn to Winβ come into this clash riding a ten-match winning streak. At the EPL Masters, they dispatched Power Rangers (2-0) and Klim Sani4 (2-1, 3-0) with little trouble. NAVI also cruised past Zero Tenacity (2-0) in the opening round of these qualifiers. The team are showing excellent synergy, a deep hero pool, and composure across all phases of play. Recent trends highlight their dominance: NAVI have swept their opponents 2-0 in seven of their last eight matches, including three straight at the BLAST Slam Europe Closed Qualifier. Itβs not just about winning-theyβre doing it quickly and decisively, rarely letting games get out of hand.
Match Results: Natus Vincere

Pipsqueak+4 Team Overview
The underdogs, on the other hand, have struggled to find consistency. Over their last five games, they've suffered two defeats-falling to Team Synapse (1-2) and GamerLegion (0-2)-and managed to come out on top in just three matches, beating GamerLegion (2-0), Klim Sani4 (2-1), and PuckChamp (2-0). The squad faces issues with macro play and often falters during the draft phase. Up against NAVI, who are in peak form, Pipsqueak+4 have virtually no realistic shot at an upset. Their only hope lies in capitalizing on mistakes from the favorites, but "the Born to Win" have been playing flawless Dota of late.
Match Results: Pipsqueak+4
β Editorβs Prediction
Given NAVIβs dominant current form, their impressive statistical trends, and the clear gap in quality, a 2-0 victory for Natus Vincere looks the most likely outcome. The main pick: Natus Vincere to win with a -1.5 map handicap.