Tedd enters the IEM Cologne Major 2026 playoffs with confidence after scoring 8 out of 10 correct Stage 3 Pick’Em predictions, including both 3-0 teams and both 0-3 teams. He calls it one of his best Pick’Em performances ever and uses that momentum to make his playoff selections.
On the easier side of the bracket, Tedd sees FURIA as the clear favorite to reach the Grand Final. He believes the Brazilian squad is far stronger and more experienced than the version that exited early in last year’s playoffs, while players like YEKINDAR and molodoy are currently performing at an elite level. He also predicts BetBoom will upset Aurora due to favorable vetoes, stronger momentum, and Aurora’s history of struggling in front of playoff crowds.
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On the other side, Tedd expects Spirit to eliminate G2 but ultimately fall short against Vitality. While he considers Falcons the team with the best chance of upsetting the tournament favorites, he believes Vitality remain the most complete and stable roster in the competition. His final Pick’Em has Vitality lifting the trophy, with FURIA, BetBoom, and Spirit rounding out the semifinalists.
