GamerLegion, MIBR and M80 Advance to Stage Two of IEM Cologne Major 2026

The third matchday of the IEM Cologne Major 2026 in Counter-Strike 2 has concluded. Following the results, three more teams have secured spots in the second stage of the tournament.

In the qualification matches for the next stage, GamerLegion, MIBR, and M80 all won their series. GamerLegion defeated BIG and closed out the first stage of the Major with a successful result. MIBR proved stronger than Lynn Vision, while M80 beat NRG to also secure their place among the teams advancing to the next phase of the championship.

In addition to the advancement matches, the third matchday also featured elimination games. THUNDER dOWNUNDER ended their run after losing to FlyQuest. Sharks failed to overcome TYLOO, while HEROIC fell to Liquid and also exited the tournament.

As a result, the list of teams in the second stage of IEM Cologne Major 2026 has grown by three more names, while the first stage is nearing its conclusion. The fifth and final round of the opening stage will begin today, June 5. On this day, teams will fight for the last three spots in the second stage of the Major.

Final matches of the first stage:

• TYLOO vs Lynn Vision

• Liquid vs FlyQuest

• NRG vs BIG

hally Returns to Team Spirit, but the Team Will Start IEM Cologne Major Without Coaches

IEM Cologne Major 2026 continues, with decisive matches ahead that will finalize the lineup for the next stage of the tournament.