Today, June 14, the fourth playday of IEM Cologne Major 2026 Stage 3 takes place, and the battle for the playoffs enters a decisive phase. Following yesterday’s matches, the Swiss bracket has now split into the 2–1 and 1–2 groups, meaning that every series on the schedule carries enormous importance. Day 4 will determine the next teams to qualify for the playoffs with a 3–1 record, while several squads will also see their Major campaigns come to an end after falling to a 1–3 score.
Schedule for the day
The fourth day of Stage 3 revolves around two crucial groups. Teams with a 2–1 record are one victory away from reaching the playoffs, while those sitting at 1–2 have no room for error and must win to keep their hopes alive.
Matches for qualification to the playoffs (2–1, Best of 3 / LAN)
- 17:30 CET: BetBoom vs Vitality
- 17:30 CET: Aurora vs 9z
- 20:00 CET: NAVI vs Falcons
Elimination matches (1–2, Best of 3 / LAN)
- 15:00 CET: MOUZ vs FUT
- 15:00 CET: The MongolZ vs Monte
- 20:00 CET: G2 vs Legacy
Several exciting clashes headline today’s schedule. NAVI vs Falcons will attract plenty of attention as both teams fight for a playoff berth, while Vitality aim to continue their strong run against surprise package BetBoom. Meanwhile, MOUZ, FUT, The MongolZ, and Monte face the pressure of elimination, where a single defeat will end their IEM Cologne Major 2026 campaigns.
By the end of the day, four more teams will secure playoff spots, while four others will leave the tournament.
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Live broadcast
The fourth day of Stage 3 features only Best of 3 matches, placing even greater emphasis on preparation, map pool depth, and adaptation.
Teams in the 2–1 group are just one victory away from the playoffs. Meanwhile, the squads in the 1–2 bracket are fighting for survival, with every map potentially becoming their last in Cologne.
We will update the article throughout the day with match results, changes in the Swiss bracket, and the latest standings.
Interim and final results
After three days of competition, the Swiss bracket has entered another decisive stage. Today’s matches will determine the next playoff participants, while several teams will also be eliminated from the tournament.
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 (2–1, Best of 3 / LAN)
- BetBoom vs Vitality — 0:2
- Aurora vs 9z — 2:0
- NAVI vs Falcons — X:X
Elimination matches (1–2, Best of 3 / LAN)
- MOUZ vs FUT — 1:2
- The MongolZ vs Monte — 2:1
- G2 vs Legacy — 2:0
Current group distribution
Group 3–1 (Qualified for playoffs): Vitality, Aurora,
Group 2–2: FUT, The MongolZ, BetBoom, 9z, G2.
Group 1–3 (Eliminated): Monte, MOUZ, Legacy.
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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.
