G2 to face BIG for Stage 3 spot in 2-1 pool
https://www.hltv.org/news/44827/g2-to-face-big-for-stage-3-spot-in-2-1-pool
Published: June 7, 2026 22:09
Legacy and M80 will also face off to keep their Cologne campaigns afloat.
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FUT battle past G2 for Stage 3 spot
https://www.hltv.org/news/44826/fut-battle-past-g2-for-stage-3-spot
Published: June 7, 2026 22:01
FUT have secured their place among the top 16 in their first Major outing.
B8 come back from 2-9 down on Nuke decider to eliminate GamerLegion
https://www.hltv.org/news/44825/b8-come-back-from-2-9-down-on-nuke-decider-to-eliminate-gamerlegion
Published: June 7, 2026 18:49
The Ukrainian team took charge on the offensive end of Nuke to keep their Major campaign afloat.
Spirit cruise to Stage 3 with flawless record
https://www.hltv.org/news/44824/spirit-cruise-to-stage-3-with-flawless-record
Published: June 7, 2026 18:38
Spirit have capped off their dominant Stage 2 campaign with a one-sided win over 9z.
paiN stay alive at FlyQuest's expense
https://www.hltv.org/news/44823/pain-stay-alive-at-flyquests-expense
Published: June 7, 2026 16:48
After fighting valiantly through Stage 1, FlyQuest exit Stage 2 without a win to their name.
Bymas on tilt issues vs. Legacy: "These matches are way too important to lose our heads"
Published: June 7, 2026 16:15
"It came out of nowhere, to be honest. We usually don't have any issues mentally in officials," the Lithuanian added.
faveN: "If BIG would give me a 10-year contract I would probably sign it, because I'm really happy"
Published: June 7, 2026 15:02
The anchor-lurker thinks this lineup has the "best atmosphere" of any team he has been in, and appreciates the stability of being in a German organization.
Astralis facing elimination in Cologne after loss to TYLOO
https://www.hltv.org/news/44820/astralis-facing-elimination-in-cologne-after-loss-to-tyloo
Published: June 7, 2026 13:15
HooXi's troops have dropped into the 1-2 pool after another rough Nuke game.
Highlights from IEM Cologne Major 2026 Stage 2 Day 2
https://www.hltv.org/news/44819/highlights-from-iem-cologne-major-2026-stage-2-day-2
Published: June 7, 2026 12:20
Stay up to date with all of the action going down on the second day of Stage 2.
Spirit to face 9z in 2-0 pool as Stage 2 day one ends
https://www.hltv.org/news/44818/spirit-to-face-9z-in-2-0-pool-as-stage-2-day-one-ends
Published: June 6, 2026 20:25
G2 will take on FUT in the other progression match in Cologne.
MATYS on new positions: "I managed to fix a lot of stuff, so now, even if they want to counter me, they will get fucked"
Published: June 6, 2026 19:04
The Slovakian rifler has been targeted in some of the new spots he's taken since NertZ's arrival.
max: "I hope this team can be tier-one, we are working on that"
https://www.hltv.org/news/44816/max-i-hope-this-team-can-be-tier-one-we-are-working-on-that
Published: June 6, 2026 18:18
"This is maybe the best 9z ever, I'm very happy," the IGL said after going 2-0 in Germany.
Round 2 matches set as Stage 2 newcomers rule
https://www.hltv.org/news/44814/round-2-matches-set-as-stage-2-newcomers-rule
Published: June 6, 2026 14:54
The new teams to arrive in Cologne for Stage 2 won six of the eight opening matches.
On the ground at IEM Cologne Major Stage 2
https://www.hltv.org/news/44813/on-the-ground-at-iem-cologne-major-stage-2
Published: June 6, 2026 11:08
Get a taste of what it's like to be in the room for the first Cologne Major since 2016.
Highlights from IEM Cologne Major 2026 Stage 2 Day 1
https://www.hltv.org/news/44812/highlights-from-iem-cologne-major-2026-stage-2-day-1
Published: June 6, 2026 10:07
Stay up to date with all of the action going down on the opening day of Stage 2.
Visualized: Every team at IEM Cologne Major 2026 Stage 2
https://www.hltv.org/news/44789/visualized-every-team-at-iem-cologne-major-2026-stage-2
Published: June 5, 2026 22:00
Spirit enter the fray as we give you three more things to learn about each team competing in the second stage of Cologne.
gr1ks: "I will just keep this game in mind all the time for the future, that anything is possible"
Published: June 5, 2026 21:21
BIG's AWPer went through a rollercoaster of emotions after feeling the pressure in map three against NRG.
donk the second-most popular Stage 2 Fantasy pick despite $250k price
https://www.hltv.org/news/44811/donk-the-second-most-popular-stage-2-fantasy-pick-despite-250k-price
Published: June 5, 2026 21:07
There is little time left to create your Fantasy teams before Stage 2 starts.
IEM Cologne Major Stage 2 opening matchups set
https://www.hltv.org/news/44809/iem-cologne-major-stage-2-opening-matchups-set
Published: June 5, 2026 20:30
The likes of Spirit, Legacy and G2 join the competition from Saturday.
BIG squeeze past NRG into Stage 2 after 0-12 comeback
https://www.hltv.org/news/44808/big-squeeze-past-nrg-into-stage-2-after-0-12-comeback
Published: June 5, 2026 20:22
The German team moves to the next stage with a shocking show of resilience.
donk: "We all feel that we have really good chances against Vitality"
https://www.hltv.org/news/44803/donk-we-all-feel-that-we-have-really-good-chances-against-vitality
Published: June 5, 2026 19:03
Spirit are looking to carry their form from Rio and Astana into the Major, even without either of their coaches behind them for Stage 2.
EliGE: "It always felt like whatever direction that we went, we weren't fully going into it"
Published: June 5, 2026 17:55
Liquid pivoted direction again in the last month, but it did not help them out of their slump.
INS: "We didn't even prep for Anubis, because we thought there's no way they would let us pick it"
Published: June 5, 2026 17:00
The FlyQuest captain was very happy to pick a very comfortable map for them.
TYLOO, Sharks and Wildcard among first teams invited to DraculaN 7
https://www.hltv.org/news/44804/tyloo-sharks-and-wildcard-among-first-teams-invited-to-draculan-7
Published: June 5, 2026 16:36
The tier-2 Romanian LAN will feature at least two teams that played in Stage 1 of the Cologne Major.
FlyQuest stamp out Liquid to qualify for Stage 2
https://www.hltv.org/news/44805/flyquest-stamp-out-liquid-to-qualify-for-stage-2
Published: June 5, 2026 16:06
Liquid only managed five rounds over two timid offensive halves to go out of the IEM Cologne Major with a whimper.
dziugss: "I'm looking forward to the Major, to prove that we're better than we were in America"
Published: June 5, 2026 15:04
FUT arrive in Cologne refreshed and ready to return to the form that saw them win PGL Bucharest.
TYLOO smash limp Lynn Vision to make Stage 2
https://www.hltv.org/news/44802/tyloo-smash-limp-lynn-vision-to-make-stage-2
Published: June 5, 2026 13:59
Zero and JamYoung put a lacklustre Lynn Vision to the sword.
fnatic part ways with KRIMZ after 10 years
https://www.hltv.org/news/44801/fnatic-part-ways-with-krimz-after-10-years
Published: June 5, 2026 13:02
The longest-running active tenure of a player under a single organization comes to an end after KRIMZ's 3,511 days with fnatic.
Highlights from IEM Cologne Major 2026 Stage 1 Day 4
https://www.hltv.org/news/44800/highlights-from-iem-cologne-major-2026-stage-1-day-4
Published: June 5, 2026 11:48
Stay up to date with all of the action going down on the final day of Stage 1.
HOTU complete roster with dwushka
https://www.hltv.org/news/44799/hotu-complete-roster-with-dwushka
Published: June 5, 2026 11:42
The Russian organization have completed the rebuild that began in April.
ryu: "We tried to put a little bit more accent on all the small things"
https://www.hltv.org/news/44798/ryu-we-tried-to-put-a-little-bit-more-accent-on-all-the-small-things
Published: June 5, 2026 11:28
The Lithuanian rookie said the team needed to work on their sinergy in stressful situations.
TOBIZ: "We need to go home, breathe a bit, and then look at what the future plan of HEROIC is"
Published: June 5, 2026 10:17
The Danish tactician remained tight-lipped on the future of the squad.
The Huns part ways with xerolte
https://www.hltv.org/news/44796/the-huns-part-ways-with-xerolte
Published: June 5, 2026 08:44
The Huns have made their second change in as many days.
Swisher: "I feel like JBa was told what to do and not why on Wildcard; we're trying to get him to be more independent"
Published: June 4, 2026 20:05
All three of the Americans on M80 finished Stage 1 above 1.20 ratings, with JBa posting his best rating since signing.
Matchups set for final round of Stage 1
https://www.hltv.org/news/44794/matchups-set-for-final-round-of-stage-1
Published: June 4, 2026 19:34
The final three spots in Stage 2 are up for grabs.
Liquid eliminate HEROIC from Major in Stage 1
https://www.hltv.org/news/44793/liquid-eliminate-heroic-from-major-in-stage-1
Published: June 4, 2026 19:16
A dismal last month of the season saw HEROIC's Major campaign go up in smoke.
S0tF1k to work alongside hally in Spirit; both to miss start of IEM Cologne Major
Published: June 4, 2026 19:10
Spirit's head coach was "urgently hospitalized" ahead of his team's Major campaign.
M80 win NA derby over NRG to make Stage 2
https://www.hltv.org/news/44791/m80-win-na-derby-over-nrg-to-make-stage-2
Published: June 4, 2026 18:59
Strong showings from JBa, Swisher and Lake ensured a relatively comfortable win for M80.
hypex: "Today I felt a lot of nerves inside of me that I didn't even feel in the Atlanta final"
Published: June 4, 2026 17:52
The Polish AWPer admitted that the Major still holds a special place for the players.
GamerLegion outlast BIG to make Stage 2
https://www.hltv.org/news/44787/gamerlegion-outlast-big-to-make-stage-2
Published: June 4, 2026 17:00
Avoiding a near-crumble on Overpass and a crucial force-buy on Ancient turned the tide in a tight two-map series.
MIBR ease past Lynn Vision into Stage 2
https://www.hltv.org/news/44786/mibr-ease-past-lynn-vision-into-stage-2
Published: June 4, 2026 16:51
The Brazilian side finally truly delivered on their status as pre-stage favorites by utterly decimating Lynn Vision.
koala on Sharks' exit: "It's not the map pool for me, it's more about the confidence of the team"
Published: June 4, 2026 15:42
Sharks' star anchor-lurker says it's "normal" for a team that doesn't play many tier-one events to struggle on their first try.
JamYoung powers TYLOO to victory over Sharks in elimination match
https://www.hltv.org/news/44783/jamyoung-powers-tyloo-to-victory-over-sharks-in-elimination-match
Published: June 4, 2026 14:56
The Chinese squad will play the final day of Stage 1 for a chance to reach the Major's next Swiss group stage.
FlyQuest dump out THUNDER dOWNUNDER from Cologne
https://www.hltv.org/news/44784/flyquest-dump-out-thunder-downunder-from-cologne
Published: June 4, 2026 13:49
A 12-0 half in the second map win served as a resounding answer to who's the better Australian team.
IEM Cologne Major 2026 Stage 1 Day 3 highlights
https://www.hltv.org/news/44782/iem-cologne-major-2026-stage-1-day-3-highlights
Published: June 4, 2026 11:56
Check out the best plays and broadcast highlights from the opening stage of the Major, all in one place.
BME to host three tier 2 LANs in Stockholm
https://www.hltv.org/news/44781/bme-to-host-three-tier-2-lans-in-stockholm
Published: June 4, 2026 11:14
The Stake Pulse Beats series will start with a $60,000 tournament in early August.
sk0R departs The Huns
https://www.hltv.org/news/44780/sk0r-departs-the-huns
Published: June 4, 2026 09:31
The 24-year-old's second tenure with the Mongolian side comes to an end.
yxngstxr on recent results: "It's been hard, we've been trying to regroup as a team"
Published: June 3, 2026 21:23
The Swede remains positive about advancing to Stage 2.
beastik on 0-3 exit: "It feels even worse than not qualifying"
https://www.hltv.org/news/44772/beastik-on-0-3-exit-it-feels-even-worse-than-not-qualifying
Published: June 3, 2026 20:30
"We are not present in the game, and we are making tons of mistakes," SINNERS' captain said.
IEM Cologne Major Stage 1 round 4 matchups set
https://www.hltv.org/news/44779/iem-cologne-major-stage-1-round-4-matchups-set
Published: June 3, 2026 20:15
GamerLegion and BIG will fight for a spot in Stage 2 while Liquid and HEROIC face off to avoid elimination.
B8 through to Stage 2 after outlasting M80
https://www.hltv.org/news/44778/b8-through-to-stage-2-after-outlasting-m80
Published: June 3, 2026 20:01
The Ukrainian team denied a comeback on Ancient and clinched Inferno in overtime to advance.
IEM to return to USA in 2027
https://www.hltv.org/news/44776/iem-to-return-to-usa-in-2027
Published: June 3, 2026 19:16
ESL has yet to announce the host city, but they will be returning to the USA next year.
HEROIC send dismal Gaimin Gladiators packing from Stage 1
https://www.hltv.org/news/44775/heroic-send-dismal-gaimin-gladiators-packing-from-stage-1
Published: June 3, 2026 18:59
The Brazilians could only muster 16 rounds across four maps of play at the Major.
HeavyGod signs multi-year extension with G2
https://www.hltv.org/news/44774/heavygod-signs-multi-year-extension-with-g2
Published: June 3, 2026 18:30
The Israeli anchor has re-signed with the organization ahead of the start of their Stage 2 campaign in Cologne.
FaZe unveil academy roster
https://www.hltv.org/news/44773/faze-unveil-academy-roster
Published: June 3, 2026 18:02
FaZe Up Next is coached by former professional player gade.
zorte on visa issues: "I'm glad to be here because we were afraid that we [would be] disqualified"
Published: June 3, 2026 17:46
FL4MUS got the call last-minute after the team completed a full bootcamp with s1ren, saving BetBoom from having to forfeit the Major.
Late-map collapses cost SINNERS as TYLOO stay alive in Cologne
https://www.hltv.org/news/44771/late-map-collapses-cost-sinners-as-tyloo-stay-alive-in-cologne
Published: June 3, 2026 16:53
SINNERS squandered 12-7 and 10-6 leads to exit the Major in last place.
BetBoom crush GamerLegion to make Stage 2
https://www.hltv.org/news/44769/betboom-crush-gamerlegion-to-make-stage-2
Published: June 3, 2026 16:38
Boombl4's men recovered several disadvantages throughout the series to secure their advancement.
LNZ: "We don't just want to rely on insani or kl1m having a perfect game"
Published: June 3, 2026 15:16
MIBR had kl1m to thank after a 27-frag Mirage against Liquid, but LNZ is looking to win as a team.
kl1m puts Liquid on the brink of elimination as Stage 1 BO1s draw to a close
Published: June 3, 2026 14:44
Only series play from here on out in Stage 1 in Cologne.
Sources: G2 open to offers for kl1m
https://www.hltv.org/news/44765/sources-g2-open-to-offers-for-kl1m
Published: June 3, 2026 13:26
The Russian AWPer's future after the Cologne Major is unclear.
Live updates from IEM Cologne Major 2026 Stage 1 day 2
https://www.hltv.org/news/44766/live-updates-from-iem-cologne-major-2026-stage-1-day-2
Published: June 3, 2026 12:22
Check out the best plays and broadcast highlights from the opening stage of the Major, all in one place.
s1n: "We want to give German people a team to cheer for, this is the ultimate goal"
Published: June 3, 2026 08:45
"In the end, it's a Major, and it's just the cherry on top that we're going to play in Germany," M80's IGL adds.
AntyVirus retires amidst matchfixing and cheating allegations
https://www.hltv.org/news/44764/antyvirus-retires-amidst-matchfixing-and-cheating-allegations
Published: June 2, 2026 21:09
The Pole attempted to defend his integrity while announcing his departure from CS.
SINNERS replace MOUZ at XSE Pro League, BIG and MIBR join team list
https://www.hltv.org/news/44763/sinners-replace-mouz-at-xse-pro-league-big-and-mibr-join-team-list
Published: June 2, 2026 20:34
MOUZ withdrew from the tournament due to being unable to provide a full roster.
BetBoom to face GamerLegion for Stage 2 berth as day one ends
https://www.hltv.org/news/44762/betboom-to-face-gamerlegion-for-stage-2-berth-as-day-one-ends
Published: June 2, 2026 20:20
Most of the favorites were back on the horse in round two after a shaky entry into the Major.
Esports World Cup invites announced
https://www.hltv.org/news/44758/esports-world-cup-invites-announced
Published: June 2, 2026 17:59
The 28 teams invited to Paris have been revealed following the June 1 VRS update.
GUM on keeping LVG's roster for 1.5 years: "So many players PUG, but nobody wants to go pro"
Published: June 2, 2026 17:20
Lynn Vision taking down HEROIC did not surprise their coach, who thought they would do it more convincingly than 13-11.
HEROIC on brink of elimination after day 1
https://www.hltv.org/news/44759/heroic-on-brink-of-elimination-after-day-1
Published: June 2, 2026 16:38
HEROIC's losing streak has now been extended to seven matches in a row as they stare down the barrel of elimination in Cologne.
NAF: "We left CAC with a little bit of motivation that we're at least walking in the right direction"
Published: June 2, 2026 15:59
The Canadian says Liquid as an organization "deserve to be on top" and hopes the team have turned a corner.
Round 2 set to start as Liquid edge out BIG
https://www.hltv.org/news/44756/round-2-set-to-start-as-liquid-edge-out-big
Published: June 2, 2026 15:31
Several favorites fell victim to the first round of best-of-ones.
TjP: "Everyone sees the 0-3s come up and they say, 'Oh sh*t, here we go again'"
Published: June 2, 2026 14:19
"Maybe they'll learn, who knows," TjP said about people picking Australian teams to go 0-3.
Sharks take down HEROIC to kick off Major
https://www.hltv.org/news/44755/sharks-take-down-heroic-to-kick-off-major
Published: June 2, 2026 13:46
A poor offensive showing cost HEROIC as Sharks kick off the Major in positive fashion.
THUNDER dOWNUNDER upset MIBR in Cologne
https://www.hltv.org/news/44753/thunder-downunder-upset-mibr-in-cologne
Published: June 2, 2026 12:35
Many Pick'Ems will already be in danger, as a popular 3-0 choice has fallen to a popular 0-3 pick.
On the ground at IEM Cologne Major Stage 1
https://www.hltv.org/news/44752/on-the-ground-at-iem-cologne-major-stage-1
Published: June 2, 2026 10:18
Get a taste of what it's like to be in the room for the first Cologne Major since 2016.
Live from IEM Cologne Major 2026 Stage 1
https://www.hltv.org/news/44751/live-from-iem-cologne-major-2026-stage-1
Published: June 2, 2026 10:00
Check out the best plays and broadcast highlights from the opening stage of the Major, all in one place.
IEM Cologne Major 2026 MVP medal design contest winner revealed
https://www.hltv.org/news/44750/iem-cologne-major-2026-mvp-medal-design-contest-winner-revealed
Published: June 2, 2026 09:40
The colorful stained glass design was a fan favorite and won by a landslide.
Tricked to stay together as org goes under
https://www.hltv.org/news/44749/tricked-to-stay-together-as-org-goes-under
Published: June 2, 2026 09:08
Legendary Gaming Group, the company responsible for reviving Tricked, is in the process of filing for bankruptcy
dexter: "Playing people that have more investment, you have two choices: play with your balls out or not. That's what I hope they do"
Published: June 1, 2026 21:43
dexter hopes that his less experienced teammates play with confidence at the Major, and that the rest of the team encourage them.
CCT confirm investigation into former Oramond squad
https://www.hltv.org/news/44748/cct-confirm-investigation-into-former-oramond-squad
Published: June 1, 2026 20:52
HLTV contacted CCT to confirm the investigation was underway.
Infographic: IEM Cologne Major
https://www.hltv.org/news/44747/infographic-iem-cologne-major
Published: June 1, 2026 20:34
Our countdown to the IEM Cologne Major comes to a conclusion with some fun facts and stats about the tournament.
THREAT departs NIP
https://www.hltv.org/news/44746/threat-departs-nip
Published: June 1, 2026 18:04
THREAT had been associated with NIP on-and-off since 2016.
blameF: "We're not playing tier-two and three just to lose as soon as we meet a good opponent"
Published: June 1, 2026 16:37
"We just want to show the whole world that we've been working very hard this season," the Dane added.
MIBR the most-picked team in Cologne Major Stage 1 Fantasy
https://www.hltv.org/news/44740/mibr-the-most-picked-team-in-cologne-major-stage-1-fantasy
Published: June 1, 2026 14:39
Four GamerLegion players are "golden cards" in the Stage 1 game.
Spirit forfeit projected $420,000 ACI share following IEM Atlanta skip
https://www.hltv.org/news/44744/spirit-forfeit-projected-420000-aci-share-following-iem-atlanta-skip
Published: June 1, 2026 13:32
The Russian team will not be eligible to re-enter the incentive program until next year.
jks: "It's a bit demotivating but we have to have better results so that we can play these events"
Published: June 1, 2026 12:46
FlyQuest have suffered from a lack of practice, invites, and results so far in 2026, but the Cologne Major is a chance to turn their year around.
Parken Challenger Championship circuit shuts down over financial troubles
Published: June 1, 2026 12:14
An important tier-2 circuit is closing down abruptly, leaving many teams awaiting outstanding payments.
stressarN on making the Major: "I think I've never been happier in my life than that day"
Published: June 1, 2026 11:39
"I started to cry after we qualified, so shoutout to BIG because they saved us," the Macedonian rifler added.
Short news: Week 22
https://www.hltv.org/news/44738/short-news-week-22
Published: June 1, 2026 08:49
Catch up with more Counter-Strike news in bite-sized pieces.