Astralis are the first team to be eliminated from the ESL One Cologne Playoffs following a 2-0 loss to Virtus.pro in the quarterfinals.

Incredible performance against VP (17-19, 15-19). We couldn't ask for more than this, what a way to end the tournament. GGs VP & gl further. — Astralis (@astralisgg) July 8, 2016

Astralis had to use two stand-ins during their match against Virtus.pro. Lukas "gla1ve" Rossander stood-in for Markus "kjaerbye" Kjærbye due to his previous qualification for the Major with Team Dignitas, though this was known since May. Astralis' coach Danny "zonic" Sørensen had to suddenly stand-in as well, after Peter "dupreeh" Rasmussen was taken to the hospital for severe stomach pain, which was later diagnosed as appendicitis.

Virtus.pro will go on to play the winner of the SK Gaming vs. FlipSid3 Tactics game in the Semifinals.

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