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apEX after failed Major campaign: “We need to get back to our real level”
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“I’m proud, but I’m not happy at all”: KSCERATO reflects on FURIA loss to Team Falcons
June 21, 2026
karrigan after Cologne Major win: Imagine if I get 10-15% better!
June 21, 2026
“Daring to make moves”: zonic on reaching his sixth Major final with Team Falcons
June 20, 2026
kyousuke outaims donk to beam Falcons into Major grand final against FURIA
June 20, 2026
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apEX after failed Major campaign: “We need to get back to our real level”
Read more“I’m proud, but I’m not happy at all”: KSCERATO reflects on FURIA loss to Team Falcons
June 21, 2026
karrigan after Cologne Major win: Imagine if I get 10-15% better!
June 21, 2026
“Daring to make moves”: zonic on reaching his sixth Major final with Team Falcons
June 20, 2026
kyousuke outaims donk to beam Falcons into Major grand final against FURIA
June 20, 2026
“He is a natural”: FalleN praises yuurih ahead of the IEM Cologne Grand Final
Gabriel "FalleN" Toledo and FURIA are heading to the Grand Final of the IEM Cologne Major 2026. Following their semi-final victory, the in-game leader directed the spotlight toward…
FURIA coach: “It felt like the best FURIA that we’ve ever seen”
FURIA secured their spot in the Grand Final of the IEM Cologne Major 2026 following a decisive 2-0 victory against Aurora in the Semi-Final. The Brazilian squad showed…
“Job not finished”: YEKINDAR speaks on FURIA reaching the IEM Cologne grand final
Following a comfortable victory against Aurora in the IEM Cologne semi-final, FURIA secured their spot in the tournament's grand final. Speaking after the match, Mareks "YEKINDAR" Gaļinskis expressed…
FURIA destroy Aurora to book their spot in Cologne Major final
FalleN is now only one series win away from claiming a Major trophy in the year of his announced retirement.
flameZ on Falcons loss: “Individually, the headshots were a bit missing”
One of the best players of 2026 so far lamented his performance on the final map of Vitality's Major.
yuurih on facing Aurora: It is really tough to play against them
FURIA has advanced to the semi-finals of IEM Cologne 2026 after defeating 9z with a 2-1 scoreline. The Brazilian squad dropped the opening map of Dust2 before recovering…
FURIA coach on Molodoy: He needs to figure out his emotions during the game
FURIA secured their spot in the IEM Cologne Major 2026 semi-finals following a hard-fought 2-1 victory over 9z. The Brazilian squad managed to bounce back after dropping their…
“I know we will come back stronger”: Meyern reflects on the quarter-final exit at IEM Cologne
9z's run at the IEM Cologne Major 2026 ended in the quarter-finals following a defeat against FURIA. Despite taking an early lead by securing Dust2, the South American…
“I think we can win”: XANTARES aims for the Major trophy in Cologne
Aurora secured a spot in the IEM Cologne Major semi-finals after defeating BetBoom 2-0. This achievement marks the deepest tournament run for a Turkish-majority roster at a Counter-Strike…
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IEM Cologne Major 2026: The Pinnacle of Counter-Strike 2
The Intel Extreme Masters (IEM) Cologne Major 2026 is the undisputed highlight of the competitive CS2 calendar. Serving as the first Valve-sponsored CS2 Major championship of the year, it brings together 32 of the world’s elite teams to battle for a massive $1,250,000 prize pool and the ultimate glory of etching their names into esports history.
Tournament Facts
- Location: Cologne, Germany
- Venues: Unknown (Group Stage) and the LANXESS Arena (Playoffs)
- Opening Stages (Stage 1 and 2): June 2 to 9, 2026
- Group Stage (Stage 3): June 11 to 15, 2026
- Playoffs: June 18 to 21, 2026
The Cathedral of Counter-Strike
Cologne is not just another tour stop; it is the “Cathedral of Counter-Strike.” Since 2014, the legendary LANXESS Arena has provided the backdrop for some of the most iconic moments, crushing heartbreaks, and spectacular triumphs the game has ever seen. Now, for the first time in a decade, the Cathedral has regained its prestigious status as a CS2 Major. Lifting a trophy in Cologne is every player’s dream, but winning a Major in Cologne guarantees esports immortality.
Here is a look at the champions who have etched their names in the Cathedral’s history:
| Year | Winner | Year | Winner |
| 2014 | Ninjas in Pyjamas | 2020 | None (Played Regionally) |
| 2015 | Fnatic | 2021 | NAVI |
| 2016 | SK Gaming | 2022 | FaZe Clan |
| 2017 | SK Gaming | 2023 | G2 Esports |
| 2018 | NAVI | 2024 | Team Vitality |
| 2019 | Team Liquid | 2025 | Team Spirit |
The Favorites
The battle for the trophy will be fierce, but Team Vitality arrives in Germany as one of the undeniable heavyweights and biggest favorites to take it all. Armed with world-class firepower, spearheaded by the phenomenal ZywOo, and a deeply tactical approach, they are the team to beat. However, in a tournament of this magnitude, the world’s best are all hungry to knock them off their pedestal and claim the Cathedral for themselves.
Experience the CS2 Major on Pley.gg
Here at Pley.gg, we follow the Major closely and update you with the latest news, daily highlights, and the most compelling stories from the event. We will also be on-site in Cologne to cover the action firsthand with lots of exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes insights when the tournament enters its final phase at the arena.
