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• Latest news paiN eliminate Wildcard, set to face The MongolZ in EWC lower bracket

  paiN beat Wildcard in the EWC lower bracket and advanced to play The MongolZ. The upcoming match will determine which side moves closer to a playoff spot. The result keeps paiN alive in the tournament and raises the stakes for both teams.

• Latest news NAVI defeat The MongolZ in three maps, clinch EWC playoff; MongolZ to face paiN

  NAVI beat The MongolZ in a three-map series to secure a spot in the EWC playoffs. The MongolZ drop into the lower bracket and will play paiN in an elimination match for another chance to reach the playoffs. NAVI’s victory advances them into the tournament’s playoff field while The MongolZ must win the lower-bracket clash to stay alive.

• Latest news Dastan: patience needed while building a stable tier-1 team

  Dastan, a Kazakhstani coach, says he must be patient as he works to make his squad a stable tier-1 team as quickly as possible. He states he understands the team's current level and capabilities. That assessment will guide his approach to improving results and roster stability.

• Latest news G2 and Wizards debut Exodus-themed CS2 jersey as part of long-term partnership

  G2 Esports signed a long-term partnership with Wizards of the Coast to rotate different Wizards games on its Counter-Strike 2 jersey. The first design promotes Exodus, a sci-fi RPG from Archetype Entertainment, and debuted Aug. 12 at the Esports World Cup during G2’s opening match against M80. G2 won 13-11 on Mirage, giving Wizards immediate broadcast exposure at a 32-team, $2 million event.

• Latest news PARIVISION eliminates 100 Thieves from EWC, exposing Thieves' gap to tier‑one

  PARIVISION defeated 100 Thieves and eliminated them from the EWC, ending 100 Thieves' run in the event. The loss demonstrates that 100 Thieves are not yet performing at tier‑one level and will need substantial improvement to compete with top teams. PARIVISION's win keeps them in the tournament and removes 100 Thieves from title contention.

• Latest news MIBR eliminate K27 from EWC; K27 finish joint-last after Last Chance Qualifier

  MIBR defeated K27 to eliminate them from the EWC main event. K27 had reached the tournament through the Last Chance Qualifier but leave the main event in joint-last place. The result ends K27's run at the event and keeps MIBR in the competition.

• Latest news XTQZZZ calls for 'big talk' after his side's loss to B8

  French coach XTQZZZ said he will hold a "big talk" with his team tonight after their defeat to B8, aiming to understand how the loss happened and to push the squad to improve for the next match. The comment signals the coach is demanding accountability and immediate corrective action ahead of upcoming competition.

• Latest news B8 beat Vitality on decider Dust2 to clinch EWC playoff spot

  B8 defeated Team Vitality on the decider map Dust2 to secure a place in the EWC playoffs. Vitality played well below expectations and were decisively beaten, with the loss described as an embarrassing defeat. The result settles the match on Dust2 and advances B8 in the tournament.

• Latest news FUT beat MOUZ on Mirage in decider to clinch EWC playoff spot

  FUT defeated MOUZ on Mirage in the deciding map to secure a place in the Esports World Cup playoffs. MOUZ had forced the decider by coming back from a 3–9 deficit on Nuke. MOUZ’s attempted reversal on Mirage fell just short, eliminating them from playoff contention.

• Latest news NIP's Snappi: inconsistency, xKacpersky CT drop and work integrating n0te

  NIP in-game leader Snappi said the team has shown inconsistent form and it can be hard to predict which version of NIP will turn up. He identified a noticeable drop in xKacpersky's CT-side performance and said the squad is working on tactical development while integrating new player n0te. Snappi also discussed the team's performance at the Esports World Cup and the need to resolve these issues to improve results.

• Latest news Lynn Vision eliminate TYLOO in Group C lower-bracket match at EWC

  Lynn Vision defeated fellow Chinese team TYLOO in a Group C lower-bracket match at the EWC, knocking TYLOO out of the tournament. The win extends Lynn Vision's run in the lower bracket and keeps them in contention for a playoff spot. The result reduces TYLOO's participation in the event and advances Lynn Vision to the next lower-bracket round.

• Latest news Lake: team has better macro and strategies, but micro mistakes cost results

  Lake, an American rifler, says his team’s macro play and strategies have improved. Individual micro mistakes are undermining those gains, so the improvements are not showing in match scores. This gap between strategy and execution is preventing the team from converting better play into wins.

• Latest news NAVI coach B1ad3: off-season roster moves were attempted but none were made

  NAVI head coach B1ad3 told HLTV the organisation attempted roster changes during the off-season but no moves were finalised. He said the team was close to making changes. The unchanged lineup means NAVI will enter upcoming events with roster continuity, affecting preparation and strategy.

• Latest news NiKo leads Falcons past Astralis to clinch Paris playoff spot

  NiKo produced a stellar performance as Falcons defeated Astralis to secure a playoff berth at the Paris event. The match pitched NiKo against the player who previously captained him at G2, and his form drove Falcons into the tournament knockout stage. The win guarantees Falcons a place in the Paris playoffs and puts NiKo at the center of their postseason hopes.

• Latest news Twistzz's leadership drives FaZe past Legacy into EWC playoffs

  FaZe defeated Legacy to secure a spot in the EWC playoffs. Twistzz produced a strong series, combining in-game calling with standout individual play. His performance proved decisive in closing out the match and advances FaZe into the playoff stage.

• Latest news Lux: Playstyle clashes, not panic, amid winless start

  Lux, the Brazilian in-game leader, says his team has yet to win a match this season but he is not panicking. He cites differing playstyles — sometimes he has a very clear vision while teammates prefer a different approach — as the hardest issue to resolve. Those internal strategic disagreements are contributing to the team's poor results and complicate his role leading in-game.

• Latest news Aurora eliminate M80, will face JiJieHao for EWC playoff spot

  Aurora defeated M80 in an EWC elimination match, knocking M80 out of the tournament. The Aurora roster, led by kyxsan, advances to face JiJieHao on Saturday. The winner of that match will secure a place in the EWC playoffs.

• Latest news G2 beat BIG 2-1 to advance to EWC playoffs

  G2 defeated BIG 2-1 to secure a spot in the EWC playoffs. Despite the 2-1 map score, G2 were comfortably the stronger side across the series. The win advances G2 further in the tournament and improves their standing in the playoff bracket.

• Latest news Spirit survive on Dust2 after Luminosity miss two map points in Paris

  Spirit defeated Luminosity on Dust2 after Luminosity failed to convert two map points. Luminosity had the chance to force a decider but could not finish the map. The result keeps Spirit alive in the Paris tournament while Luminosity missed the opportunity to extend the series.

• Latest news GamerLegion beat JiJieHao to secure a spot in the EWC playoffs

  GamerLegion defeated JiJieHao to claim a place in the EWC playoff bracket. JiJieHao, an Asian side that had earlier beaten Spirit, could not repeat that performance. The loss eliminates JiJieHao from playoff contention and advances GamerLegion in the tournament.

• Latest news Team Spirit and Team Vitality decline IEM Beijing invites

  Team Spirit and Team Vitality have both declined invitations to IEM Beijing. Their decisions remove two pre-invited teams from the event roster and create open slots the organizers must fill. The change alters the tournament lineup and gives other teams the opportunity to be invited in their place.

• Latest news BO1 matches end as EWC day one wraps after early upsets

  Day one of the EWC concluded with its scheduled best-of-one matches. Early in the day several underdog wins produced upsets, but subsequent opening matches saw favored teams return to form. The later results reduced the overall impact of the early surprises on the initial standings.

• Latest news Aurora coach ash: new lineup struggles to turn practice promise into match results

  Aurora's new roster has had a rocky start as it struggles to reproduce promising practice performances in real matches. Coach ash says he has been "biting my tongue" when players revert from the intended playstyle, quoting "Okay, this is the way we play." The gap between practice and match execution undermines the team's consistency and will shape expectations for their upcoming events.

• Latest news Astralis, HEROIC and 100 Thieves confirmed for $60,000 Stake Pulse Beat II LAN

  Astralis, HEROIC and 100 Thieves are confirmed participants at Stake Pulse Beat II, a LAN event with a $60,000 prize pool. Two remaining tournament spots will be awarded through open qualifiers. The presence of established teams makes those qualifier places valuable because winners must face top-tier competition.

• Latest news Turkish CS player xfl0ud says his new team can reach top-five long term

  xfl0ud, a Turkish Counter-Strike player, is now part of a new organization and says he is "over the moon" about the move. He believes the team can reach a top-five ranking in the long term. His statement establishes a clear top-five placement as the squad's long-term competitive goal.

• Latest news FL4MUS relieved after returning to a team, focused on steady improvement in CS

  FL4MUS has returned to a team and resumed playing Counter-Strike, and he says he feels relieved. He describes the current environment as calm and is concentrating on gradual improvement. He expects the roster to improve as they keep working together, making his comeback important for the team’s prospects.

• Latest news JiJieHao stun Team Spirit at EWC as sinnopsyy returns to LAN

  JiJieHao defeated Team Spirit at the Esports World Cup (EWC), handing one of the world's top teams an unexpected loss. Sinnopsyy returned to LAN competition for JiJieHao and played in the match that produced the upset. The result raises JiJieHao's profile at the EWC and marks a setback for Team Spirit's tournament campaign.

• Latest news BIG beat Aurora on Cache as EWC BO1 phase gets underway

  BIG defeated Aurora on Cache in one of the opening Best-of-1 matches of the EWC, with captain blameF's squad extending the momentum they built in the qualifiers into a convincing victory. The win gives BIG an early advantage in the BO1 group stage, while Aurora starts their campaign with a loss. This result affects both teams' immediate standing in the EWC's short-format stage and shapes their path through the remaining BO1 matches.

• Latest news CS2 Esports World Cup 2026 in Paris — 32 teams, $2M prize pool

  The CS2 Esports World Cup 2026 brings the top 32 Counter-Strike teams to Paris, France, competing for a $2 million prize pool as the capstone global tournament. MongolZ return to defend their title with a slightly altered roster, while Team Falcons, Team Spirit, Team Vitality, FURIA and Aurora Gaming are among the leading contenders. A full schedule, live bracket and match results are available for fans to follow throughout the event.

• Latest news Esports World Cup 2026 group-stage highlight clips now available

  A compilation of the top clips from the Esports World Cup 2026 group stage has been released for fans to watch. The reel collects key plays and moments from the tournament's group-stage matches. It gives viewers a quick way to catch pivotal actions and assess team form before the next rounds.