Today, June 7, the second playday of IEM Cologne Major 2026 Stage 2 begins, and the race for the playoffs is already intensifying. Following the opening round, the teams have split into the 2–0, 1–1, and 0–2 groups, meaning that some squads are now one victory away from the playoffs, while others are already fighting for survival. Today will determine the first teams to qualify for the playoffs with a perfect 3–0 record. At the same time, the first eliminations of Stage 2 will also be decided, making Day 2 one of the most important days of the Swiss bracket.
Schedule for the day
The second day of Stage 2 raises the stakes even further. Teams with a 2–0 record are just one victory away from the playoffs, while those sitting at 0–2 are already fighting for survival. Meanwhile, the 1–1 group remains wide open, with every result capable of changing the balance of power in the Swiss bracket.
Matches for qualification to the playoffs (2–0, Best of 3 / LAN)
- 17:30 CET: B8 vs GamerLegion
- 17:30 CET: FlyQuest vs paiN
1–1 group matches (BO1)
- 15:30 CET: Monte vs Legacy
- 15:30 CET: Astralis vs TYLOO
- 16:30 CET: BetBoom vs M80
- 16:30 CET: MIBR vs BIG
Elimination matches (0–2, Best of 3 / LAN)
- 20:00 CET: G2 vs FUT
- 20:00 CET: Spirit vs 9z
Several key storylines will unfold today. B8 and GamerLegion will battle for a direct playoff berth, while FlyQuest and paiN are also one victory away from advancing. At the opposite end of the standings, G2 and Spirit will fight to keep their Major hopes alive against FUT and 9z respectively. By the end of the day, the first playoff teams and the first eliminated squads of Stage 2 will be known.
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Live broadcast
The second day of Stage 2 introduces the first decisive Best of 3 matches. As the Swiss bracket continues to narrow, the margin for error becomes significantly smaller.
Teams with a 2–0 record can secure immediate qualification to the playoffs, while those at 0–2 have reached the point where another defeat means elimination. Meanwhile, the 1–1 group remains balanced, with every map carrying enormous importance.
We will update the article throughout the day with match results, changes in the Swiss bracket, and the latest group standings.
Interim and final results
After the opening day, the Swiss bracket has already started to separate the contenders from the teams under pressure. Today, the first playoff spots will be awarded, while two teams will see their IEM Cologne Major 2026 journey come to an end.
Once the matches are completed, the results and the current position of the teams in the Swiss bracket will be updated here:
Matches for qualification to the playoffs (2–0, Best of 3 / LAN)
B8 vs GamerLegion — X:X
FlyQuest vs paiN — X:X
1–1 group matches (BO1)
Monte vs Legacy — X:X
Astralis vs TYLOO — X:X
BetBoom vs M80 — X:X
MIBR vs BIG — X:X
Elimination matches (0–2, Best of 3 / LAN)
G2 vs FUT — X:X
Spirit vs 9z — X:X
Current group distribution
Group 3–0 (Qualified for playoffs): To be updated
Group 2–1: To be updated
Group 1–2: To be updated
Group 0–3 (Eliminated): To be updated
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Skin.Club Pick’em Challenge
Running alongside the StarLadder Budapest Major 2025 is the Skin.Club Pick’em Challenge — an interactive feature where fans predict match results, choose advancing teams, and earn points throughout the tournament. By making accurate picks, participants unlock rewards ranging from premium skins to rare gloves and knives, with the ultimate prize being the iconic AWP | Dragon Lore.
