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The PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026 Playoffs are set, with Vitality, FURIA, Falcons, NAVI and more battling in a stacked single-elimination bracket. As Zywoo and Vitality look unstoppable, challengers on both sides of the bracket aim to disrupt the early 2026 power structure and claim one of the year’s biggest trophies.

Passion UA has gone all-in on a fresh start in 2026, revamping its CS2 roster with the arrival of star AWPer Santino "try" Rigal and rising rifler Azbayar "Senzu" Munkhbold on loan. Joining forces with JT, Grim, and Kvem, the new-look international lineup aims to convert its promising stats and map pool strengths into consistent tier-one results, with Roman Imperium Cup V set as the first real proving ground for this ambitious project.

After a crushing final week of the 2026 LEC Versus Regular Season, where Los Ratones just barely missed out on qualifying for Playoffs, Caedrel has now announced that the team is officially coming to an end.

The Counter-Strike 2 competition at the 2026 Esports World Cup (EWC) will be one of 24 featured titles. The CS2 event is scheduled for August 19–24 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and will host 32 international teams.

Counter-Strike 2’s Wingman mode offers a fast-paced 2v2 competitive experience built on the same ranking framework as standard Competitive matchmaking. Players can progress through 18 total ranks – from Silver I to Global Elite – with consistency, smart play, and strong coordination with a teammate.

Team Vitality has been crowned the IEM Krakow 2026 champion after defeating FURIA in a thrilling four-map final. FURIA took an early lead in the Grand Finals, but Vitality's three-map rally clinched them the trophy.

Counter-Strike 2 is the latest title confirmed for the inaugural Esports Nations Cup. The road to Riyadh will begin with over 3,000 teams and 15,000 players competing in national qualifiers, culminating in a final showdown where 24 national teams will battle for glory from November 10 to 15.

Tomorrow, February 8th, FURIA and Team Vitality meet in the IEM Krakow 2026 grand final at the Tauron Arena. It's a best-of-five for $400,000 and crucial Valve Regional Standings points. Both squads took wildly different routes to get here, however, both have legitimate reasons to believe the trophy is theirs.

The IEM Krakow 2026 semifinals are set to deliver a heavyweight showdown tomorrow as Brazilian squad FURIA takes on the Russian roster Team Spirit at 14:45 CET. After surviving a brutal quarterfinal, FURIA now faces one of Europe's most consistent rosters in a match that could define their tournament.

Team Vitality is set to face MOUZ at the Tauron Arena later today in the IEM Krakow semifinals. The winner will advance to the Grand Final to face either FURIA or Team Spirit.

The Esports World Cup Federation (EWCF) has launched the Road to EWC, a global qualifying circuit featuring connecting publisher leagues, international events, and grassroots qualifiers into one cohesive season-long journey to Riyadh.

IEM Kraków 2026 moves into the playoffs with six top teams left standing. We break down the format, schedule, and favorites to win the inaugural CS2 title of the year.

Team Falcons' disappointing run at IEM Krakow 2026 came to an end today as MOUZ secured a crucial victory in a decisive elimination match, clinching the final Tauron Arena playoffs berth. The loss marks another chapter in what has become an increasingly frustrating narrative for the Saudi-backed organization.

When ESL initially sent out the invites to IEM Krakow 2026, the Counter-Strike world held its breath. The tournament, a successor to the legendary Katowice events, promised the return of two of the game's most iconic figures. Oleksandr "s1mple" Kostyliev and Denis "electroNic" Sharipov—the duo that brought Natus Vincere its first Major title in Stockholm—were back on the server together. But they weren't wearing the yellow and black of NaVi. Instead, they donned the colors of BC.Game, a Central American-based crypto gambling organization that had bought its way into the conversation not through organic growth, but through aggressive acquisition.

Grenades are a core part of what makes Counter-Strike 2 a tactical shooter rather than just a game of aim. From smokes and flashes to molotovs and HE grenades, proper utility usage can completely change how a round plays out. This guide breaks down everything you need to know about CS2 nades, starting with how to set up an effective practice server using the built-in tools like the grenade camera, infinite ammo, and infinite warmup. It also covers the best settings for practicing consistent line-ups, where to find reliable utility guides and workshop maps, and how to choose line-ups that actually work in real matches. Finally, the guide outlines a practical routine to help you practice efficiently, understand grenade physics, and confidently apply utility in competitive games.

Nobody saw this coming. FUT Esports walked into IEM Krakow 2026 as heavy underdogs against FURIA, and walked out with a stunning 2-0 victory that left everyone speechless.