Pioneer · Matchup Guide

izzet-phoenix vs golgari-midrange

Sideboard plans, win rates, and key tactical decisions for Pioneer.

izzet-phoenix

44.9%

Unfavored

Win rate

golgari-midrange

55.1%

Favored

Win rate

Sample Size

47

Matches tracked

Strategic Overview

Golgari Midrange should focus on disrupting Izzet Phoenix's game plan by removing key spells and creatures, while applying pressure with resilient threats. Izzet Phoenix should aim to outpace Golgari's disruption with card draw and recursive threats, leveraging the graveyard effectively.

Key Cards in This Matchup

ThoughtseizeGraveyard TrespasserLiliana of the Veil

izzet-phoenix Sideboard Plan

+ Bring In

Mystical Dispute
Aether Gust
Fry

− Take Out

Lightning Axe
Fiery Impulse
Pieces of the Puzzle

Add counterspells and removal that can handle Golgari's threats efficiently. Remove some of the less impactful burn spells and slower card draw options.

golgari-midrange Sideboard Plan

+ Bring In

Go Blank
Duress
Scavenging Ooze

− Take Out

Fatal Push
Abrupt Decay
Tireless Tracker

Bring in additional graveyard hate and discard spells to disrupt Izzet Phoenix's strategy. Remove less effective removal spells against their low creature count.

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