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IEM Cologne: Everything You Need to Know About the Tournament<\/h1>\n

Very soon, the largest CS:GO esports event in Europe will begin. We have compiled important information about the tournament for those planning to support their favorite teams.<\/p>\n

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\"CSGO\n<\/p><\/div>\n

General Tournament Information<\/h2>\n

Dates: July 29 \u2013 August 6<\/p>\n

Prize Pool: $1,000,000<\/p>\n

Number of Teams: 16<\/p>\n

Venue: Cologne, Germany<\/p>\n

The group stage will be held in a Double Elimination Bo3 format \u2013 the group winners will advance to the playoff semifinals, while the teams that secure second and third places will proceed to the quarterfinals.<\/p>\n

The playoffs will be conducted in a Single Elimination Bo3 format, with the Grand Final being a Best of 5 (B05) series.<\/p>\n

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\"Grand\n<\/p><\/div>\n

Who plays in the first matches?<\/h2>\n

The tournament will kick off with the following team matchups: The Mongoiz will face off against Mouz, and Ninjas in Pyjamas will take on Into The Breach.<\/p>\n

Where to watch the matches: https:\/\/www.twitch.tv\/ESLCS<\/a><\/p>\n

What does the winner get?<\/h2>\n

In addition to glory, widespread recognition, and a share of the prize pool, the winner will secure a slot at IEM Katowice 2024 and BLAST Premier ranking points.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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