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• Latest news r1nkle stars as G2 beat Aurora in BLAST Open Porto opener

  G2 defeated Aurora in the opening match of BLAST Open Porto, powered by a standout performance from r1nkle. Aurora led 12-7 on map two but surrendered the lead and failed to recover, allowing G2 to take the match. The win gives G2 an opening victory in the tournament while Aurora starts Open Porto with a loss.

• Latest news BLAST Open Porto group-stage highlights filmed in Copenhagen studio

  A highlight reel assembles the best clips from the BLAST Open Porto group stage. The group-stage matches were recorded in a Copenhagen studio and the footage spotlights standout rounds and individual plays. The package gives fans a condensed way to review the moments that shaped group-stage results.

• Latest news BESTIA parts ways with Argentinian rifler tomaszin ahead of expected move to MIBR

  BESTIA has released Argentinian rifler tomaszin. He is expected to transfer to Brazilian organization MIBR. The departure creates an open roster spot at BESTIA and would add a South American rifler to MIBR's active lineup.

• Latest news HLTV posts Week 34 Counter-Strike short-news roundup

  HLTV published its Week 34 Short News, a bite-sized roundup of Counter-Strike developments. The brief compiles short updates so fans and industry members can catch up quickly without reading longer features. It centralizes recent CS headlines into a concise, easy-to-scan format.

• Latest news Luminosity signs Swedish rifler yxngstxr to replace Bymas

  Luminosity has added Swedish player yxngstxr to its active CS:GO roster, replacing Bymas. yxngstxr will return to a full-time rifle role with the team. The roster change alters Luminosity’s lineup and role distribution ahead of forthcoming competitions.

• Latest news MIBR benches brnz4n after four years as longest-tenured member

  MIBR has removed brnz4n from its active lineup and placed him on the bench. Brnz4n had been with the organization for four years and was the team’s longest-serving member. The change ends his continuous presence in MIBR’s starting roster and alters the team’s matchday personnel.

• Latest news BLAST Open Porto starts Wednesday; jL on 20% of Fantasy rosters for groups

  BLAST Open Porto's group stage begins Wednesday. Player jL is included on one in five fantasy rosters for the Porto groups (about a 20% selection rate). That high pick rate makes jL a major factor in fantasy scoring and roster strategy for the event.

• Latest news Luminosity names Austrian coach kakafu

  Luminosity has officially signed Austrian coach kakafu as the team's coach. Kakafu will take on coaching responsibilities for Luminosity's roster. The appointment gives the organization a confirmed leader for its coaching role.

• Latest news BLAST Open Porto: guide to the second BLAST Open tournament of 2026

  BLAST Open Porto is the second BLAST Open tournament of 2026. A comprehensive guide lays out the participating teams, competition format, full match schedule, prize distribution, broadcast talent and the event's fantasy offering. The guide provides the specifics fans need to follow the event and take part in fantasy engagement.

• Latest news Be Quiet! Light Mount TKL adds Silent Linear/Tactile switches and Quick Tap SOCD

  Be Quiet! refreshed its near‑silent Light Mount as an 80% tenkeyless model that keeps the keyboard very quiet while freeing desk space for mouse movement. The TKL adds next‑generation Silent Linear and Tactile switches, a Quick Tap SOCD mode that prioritizes the most recent directional input, expanded macro options, and extra IO Center customization. These changes make the keyboard suited for late‑night gamers and shooters who want compact, low‑noise hardware with modern input options, though it remains less feature‑packed than many louder gaming keyboards.

• Latest news Eternal Fire defeats 100 Thieves to secure IEM Beijing closed qualifier spot

  Eternal Fire beat 100 Thieves in a qualification match to earn a place in the IEM Beijing closed qualifier. The international roster’s win guarantees them a slot in the closed stage and prevents 100 Thieves from taking that qualifying spot. The result alters which teams will compete for IEM Beijing qualification.

• Latest news Luminosity moves Lithuanian rifler Bymas to inactive roster

  Luminosity Gaming has moved Lithuanian rifler Bymas to its inactive roster, one month after he joined the team. The change removes Bymas from the club's active competitive lineup and makes him unavailable for official matches while listed as inactive. This roster move alters Luminosity's player pool and will affect which players are available for upcoming matches.

• Latest news Swedish player yxngstxr leaves HEROIC

  Swedish player yxngstxr has departed the esports organization HEROIC. HEROIC announced the exit, saying he is "setting off on a new journey." No new team or next destination was named, leaving an open roster spot at HEROIC.

• Latest news Hall of Fame map gains three new challenges for Class of 2025

  The Hall of Fame map has been updated to include three new challenges tied to players inducted into the Class of 2025. The additions place specific, playable elements on the map to commemorate the 2025 inductees. The change alters the in-game Hall of Fame experience by adding recognitions for those players.

• Latest news YEKINDAR assumes T-side IGL duties as FURIA weigh end-of-year options

  YEKINDAR has taken on in-game leading responsibilities for FURIA on the Terrorist side across three maps. FURIA are evaluating roster and tactical options for the end of the year as they reassess leadership and strategy. The discussion included a review of the team's EWC performance, the search for a replacement for FalleN, and goals for BLAST Porto.

• Latest news Coolio: Ancient loss drained energy, but I'm proud of our Paris run

  Hungarian coach Coolio said his team visibly ran out of energy after losing on the Counter-Strike map Ancient. He added he is "really proud" of what his players achieved in Paris. The remarks point to how a single map loss affected player morale during the Paris event.

• Latest news Esports World Cup MVP donk says he and Spirit still have room to improve

  Donk won MVP honors as Team Spirit captured the Esports World Cup title, but he says he still sees many areas where his own play can improve. He also believes the team can make further gains despite the championship. The comments signal a focus on development from both Spirit and their standout player going forward.

• Latest news FUT meet Spirit in Esports World Cup best-of-five final in Paris

  FUT and Spirit faced off in the Esports World Cup grand final in Paris in a best-of-five series. The matchup was presented as a David-versus-Goliath clash, with FUT positioned as the underdog against Spirit. Live coverage tracked the maps and scoreline as the final unfolded, deciding the tournament champion.

• Latest news Russian star donk wins Esports World Cup MVP with 1.50 tournament rating

  donk, a Russian player, was named MVP of the Esports World Cup after posting a tournament rating of 1.50. The performance returns him to the top of the competitive scene and highlights his decisive individual impact on the event.

• Latest news Spirit defeat FUT 3-1 to claim Esports World Cup

  Spirit defeated FUT 3-1 to win the Esports World Cup. The match was the teams' first meeting and featured three tightly contested maps before Spirit pulled away on Nuke to clinch the title.

• Latest news Eternal Fire sign soulfly, make jottAAA permanent in double transfer from Aurora

  Eternal Fire completed a double transfer from Aurora, signing soulfly and converting jottAAA's loan into a permanent contract. Both players join Eternal Fire's active roster. The moves finalize roster changes for Eternal Fire and bring two former Aurora players into the team ahead of upcoming events.

• Latest news Legacy overcome map concession to beat FURIA for EWC third place

  Legacy defeated FURIA to secure third place at the EWC. Legacy conceded their own map pick during the match but recovered to win the deciding series. The result leaves FURIA in fourth and gives Legacy a podium finish at the event.

• Latest news Eternal Fire benches Danish player br0 after fewer than 10 matches

  Eternal Fire has benched Danish player br0. He joined the team in July and played fewer than ten matches with the lineup. The move removes him from the active roster and reduces the team's accumulated match experience with that signing.

• Latest news FUT vs Spirit in Esports World Cup Paris grand final (best-of-five)

  FUT and Spirit face off in the Esports World Cup grand final in Paris in a best-of-five series. The matchup is billed as a David-versus-Goliath clash, highlighting an underdog-versus-favorite narrative. The winner will claim the tournament title; live updates are being provided during the match.

• Latest news Esports World Cup reaches semi-finals as four teams remain

  The Esports World Cup has reached its semi-final stage, leaving four teams vying for the trophy. Those four teams will play knockout semi-final matches to determine the two finalists. The outcomes will decide which squads remain in contention for the Esports World Cup title.

• Latest news Spirit beat Legacy to reach EWC final, will face FUT in first-ever BO5 final

  Spirit eliminated Legacy to advance to the Elite World Cup grand final. They will meet FUT in a best-of-five final, the first time these two teams face each other in a BO5. The match will decide the EWC champion.

• Latest news dziugss: Winning EWC would mean a lot; FUT can reach top-five after PGL Bucharest criticism

  Lithuanian player dziugss said winning the EWC would be highly meaningful for FUT and pushed back against people who called PGL Bucharest a "Mickey Mouse tournament." He echoed teammate xfl0ud's view that FUT can become a top-five team in the near future. The comments position EWC as a major goal for the roster and respond directly to doubts about the team's standing.

• Latest news FUT beat FURIA in OT Dust2 to reach first Big Event grand final

  FUT defeated FURIA in an overtime Dust2 decider to secure the organisation's first Big Event grand final appearance. The young FUT roster recovered from multiple deficits in overtime and completed the comeback under intense pressure. The result eliminates FURIA from contention for the title.

• Latest news MIBR to sign Brazilian player tomaszin after Legacy approach fails

  tomaszin is set to join Brazilian organisation MIBR following a failed approach from Legacy. Legacy attempted to sign the player but did not complete the move. The transfer keeps tomaszin with a Brazilian team and creates a roster addition for MIBR that will change the team's lineup.

• Latest news Four teams remain as Esports World Cup reaches semi-finals

  Only four teams remain in the Esports World Cup and are competing in the semi-finals. Winners of the two semi-final matches will advance to the final to play for the tournament trophy. Live updates are being provided for the ongoing matches.