Anders Frost
A lifelong gamer with 21 years on Steam, first introduced to Counter-Strike in 1.6 but truly hooked by CS:GO. Loves the idea of playing AWP – just not quite skilled enough to pull it off. Outside the server, a journalist with 14 years of experience covering both traditional sports and esports.
News from Anders Frost
CS2
February 24, 2026
Historic move for CS2 as IEM Cologne Major 2026 introduces all BO3 matches for Stage 3
In a groundbreaking move for the competitive Counter-Strike scene, ESL announced yesterday that all matches in Stage 3 of the IEM Cologne Major 2026 will be played as best-of-three (BO3) series.
CS2
February 23, 2026
PGL Announces Three-Year Extension for CS2 Tournaments at BTarena in Cluj-Napoca
CS2
February 22, 2026
Highest-rated players at PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026
As we head into the Grand Final of PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026, the individual leaderboards reflect the grueling nature of the playoff bracket.
CS2
February 22, 2026
Results and Schedule from PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026
The BT Arena has witnessed an incredible playoff stage, and the grand finalists for PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026 have been decided.
CS2
February 20, 2026
"When it happens so often it is really embarrassing": NiKo criticizes overly aggressive mistakes
Following a crushing 2-1 defeat to PARIVISION that knocked Team Falcons out of the PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026 Quarter-Finals, Nikola "NiKo" Kovač vented his frustrations in a post-match arena interview with James Banks.
CS2
February 19, 2026
100 Thieves Returns to Counter-Strike: Star-Studded Roster Set for LAN Debut vs. NIP
After a six-year absence from the server, the North American organization returns to competitive play this Friday in Portugal, led by a trio of Counter-Strike legends.
CS2
February 19, 2026
hampus reveals secret cancer battle and announces competitive return
Swedish In-Game Leader Hampus "hampus" Poser revealed to the Counter-Strike community yesterday that he had been fighting and has successfully defeated cancer.
CS2
February 18, 2026
ZywOo Featured on L'Équipe Cover
In a historic moment for Counter-Strike and the broader esports industry, Team Vitality’s Mathieu "ZywOo" Herbaut has graced the front page of L'Équipe magazine today.
CS2
February 17, 2026
flameZ: Grand Slam hunt has "probably changed" Vitality's tournament priorities
Team Vitality is one trophy away from a historic $1,000,000 payday, and according to Shahar "flameZ" Shushan, the allure of the Intel Grand Slam (IGS) Season 6 is actively reshaping the team's schedule and focus.
CS2
February 16, 2026
NAVI Head of Esports shuts down Passion UA CEO’s "bidding war" claims
A public dispute has erupted between Natus Vincere and Passion UA leadership following the latter's signing of Mongolian star Azbayar "Senzu" Munkhbold.
CS2
February 12, 2026
The brawl in Romania: PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026 Preview
While it may not carry the weight of a Major or the legacy of a Cologne, PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most fiercely competitive tournaments of the year.
CS2
February 11, 2026