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Shopify Rebellion defeated Spacestation Gaming 4-2 in a BO7 series at the RLCS NA Paris Major: Open 5, boosting their standings significantly.

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This article was published on April 5, 2026.

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Apr 5, 2026·3h ago·2 min read·302 words·By Alex Kroft

Shopify Rebellion Conquer Spacestation Gaming 4-2 at RLCS NA Paris Major

Alex KroftSince 2019

MATCH RESULT

In a highly anticipated Best-of-Seven (BO7) series at the RLCS NA Paris Major: Open 5, Shopify Rebellion emerged victorious, defeating Spacestation Gaming with a convincing 4-2 scoreline. The match, played on April 5, 2026, saw Shopify Rebellion come out strong, taking an early lead. Spacestation Gaming, known for their resilience, managed to claw back, leveling the series at one point, promising a nail-biting finish. However, Shopify Rebellion demonstrated superior composure and execution in the latter half of the series, consistently finding crucial goals and denying Spacestation's advances, ultimately closing out the series in six games.

KEY MOMENT AND PLAYER OF THE MATCH

The pivotal moment of the series came as Shopify Rebellion secured back-to-back wins in games four and five, breaking a potential deadlock and giving them a commanding 3-2 lead. These games were characterized by intense back-and-forth play, but Shopify Rebellion's 'Aqua' stood out with exceptional individual plays. Aqua's incredible aerial control, combined with several clutch saves and a game-winning double-touch in Game 5, undeniably tilted the momentum in Shopify Rebellion's favor. Their ability to consistently perform under pressure earned them our Player of the Match honors, showcasing why they are considered a driving force for the Rebellion.

STANDINGS IMPACT

This 4-2 victory over Spacestation Gaming is more than just a win; it's a significant boost for Shopify Rebellion in the RLCS NA Paris Major: Open 5 standings. Securing these crucial points positions them favorably for a higher seed in the tournament's knockout stages, and critically, contributes substantially towards their overall circuit points for a coveted spot at the international Major. For Spacestation Gaming, while a loss is never ideal, they remain a strong contender, but will need to regroup and perform strongly in their upcoming matches to solidify their own Major qualification hopes. The fight for Paris Major glory intensifies, and Shopify Rebellion has just made a strong statement.