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\n <\/a>\n <\/figure>\n <\/div>\n \n \n \n Falcons sweep The MongolZ to reach EWC 2026 quarter-finals <\/a>\n <\/h3>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/article> <\/div>\n<\/div>\nLegacy have already beaten Falcons this year<\/h3>\n
The head-to-head record gives Legacy more hope than their current rankings would suggest. According to the provided statistics, Falcons lead the overall series 5-3, but Legacy won their most recent meeting at the CS Asia Championships 2026. The Brazilian side took that series 3-1, winning Dust2 13-6, Mirage 13-6 and Ancient 13-9.<\/p>\n
That result is important because Legacy have already demonstrated that they can deal with Falcons\u2019 aggressive style and high individual skill. However, Falcons have changed significantly since that meeting. The current roster includes m0NESY and kyousuke, giving the team additional firepower. That makes the previous head-to-head less decisive for this particular matchup.<\/p>\n
Map pool gives Falcons more options<\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/20260611_Adela-Sznajder_IEM-Cologne_00813.webp\")
Photo Copyright by ESL<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nThe map statistics suggest that the veto could be one of the most important factors in the series. Legacy have excellent numbers on several maps:<\/p>\n
\n- Inferno: Legacy 88% \u2014 Falcons 60%<\/li>\n
- Mirage: Legacy 60% \u2014 Falcons 33%<\/li>\n
- Dust2: Legacy 57% \u2014 Falcons 75%<\/li>\n
- Nuke: Legacy 40% \u2014 Falcons 75%<\/li>\n
- Ancient: Legacy 40% \u2014 Falcons 60%<\/li>\n
- Anubis: Falcons 80%, while Legacy have no recent data<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Inferno clearly stands out as Legacy\u2019s strongest map. The Brazilian side have won 7 of their last 8 recorded Inferno matches, while Falcons have a 60% win rate on the map.<\/p>\n
Falcons, meanwhile, have much stronger numbers on Nuke and Dust2. Both maps could become excellent choices for the European roster.<\/p>\n
The main problem for Legacy is that Falcons have several strong options. Even if Legacy secure Inferno, Falcons can potentially answer with Dust2 or Nuke. That gives the favorite more flexibility throughout the veto.<\/p>\n
Key players<\/h3>\n
For Legacy, latto is the player to watch. Over the past three months, he has posted a 1.19 rating, 0.76 kills per round, 74.1% KAST and 81.0 ADR according to the provided statistics. Legacy will also need strong performances from arT and n1ssim. Their ability to create space against Falcons\u2019 aggressive players could determine whether the Brazilian side can turn this into another upset.<\/p>\n
Falcons have an even stronger individual profile. m0NESY leads the highlighted statistics with a 1.27 rating, 0.81 kills per round, 75.7% KAST and 80.9 ADR. The Russian AWPer has already shown his impact at the EWC, while NiKo and kyousuke provide additional firepower. If m0NESY maintains his current level, Legacy will have a very difficult time keeping the series under control.<\/p>\n
VRS impact<\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/20260611_Adela-Sznajder_IEM-Cologne_03186.webp\")
Photo Copyright by ESL<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nThe VRS forecast also reflects the difference between the teams. Legacy currently have 1832 points and rank No. 7, while Falcons sit at 1991 points and rank No. 2. A Legacy victory would give them approximately +54 points, potentially moving them to No. 4. Falcons would receive only around +7 points for a win but could lose approximately 18 points if eliminated. The ranking difference does not decide the match, but it highlights just how much Falcons have to lose despite entering as favorites.<\/p>\n\n
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Legacy have already beaten Falcons this year<\/h3>\n
The head-to-head record gives Legacy more hope than their current rankings would suggest. According to the provided statistics, Falcons lead the overall series 5-3, but Legacy won their most recent meeting at the CS Asia Championships 2026. The Brazilian side took that series 3-1, winning Dust2 13-6, Mirage 13-6 and Ancient 13-9.<\/p>\n
That result is important because Legacy have already demonstrated that they can deal with Falcons\u2019 aggressive style and high individual skill. However, Falcons have changed significantly since that meeting. The current roster includes m0NESY and kyousuke, giving the team additional firepower. That makes the previous head-to-head less decisive for this particular matchup.<\/p>\n
Map pool gives Falcons more options<\/h3>\nPhoto Copyright by ESL<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nThe map statistics suggest that the veto could be one of the most important factors in the series. Legacy have excellent numbers on several maps:<\/p>\n
\n- Inferno: Legacy 88% \u2014 Falcons 60%<\/li>\n
- Mirage: Legacy 60% \u2014 Falcons 33%<\/li>\n
- Dust2: Legacy 57% \u2014 Falcons 75%<\/li>\n
- Nuke: Legacy 40% \u2014 Falcons 75%<\/li>\n
- Ancient: Legacy 40% \u2014 Falcons 60%<\/li>\n
- Anubis: Falcons 80%, while Legacy have no recent data<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Inferno clearly stands out as Legacy\u2019s strongest map. The Brazilian side have won 7 of their last 8 recorded Inferno matches, while Falcons have a 60% win rate on the map.<\/p>\n
Falcons, meanwhile, have much stronger numbers on Nuke and Dust2. Both maps could become excellent choices for the European roster.<\/p>\n
The main problem for Legacy is that Falcons have several strong options. Even if Legacy secure Inferno, Falcons can potentially answer with Dust2 or Nuke. That gives the favorite more flexibility throughout the veto.<\/p>\n
Key players<\/h3>\n
For Legacy, latto is the player to watch. Over the past three months, he has posted a 1.19 rating, 0.76 kills per round, 74.1% KAST and 81.0 ADR according to the provided statistics. Legacy will also need strong performances from arT and n1ssim. Their ability to create space against Falcons\u2019 aggressive players could determine whether the Brazilian side can turn this into another upset.<\/p>\n
Falcons have an even stronger individual profile. m0NESY leads the highlighted statistics with a 1.27 rating, 0.81 kills per round, 75.7% KAST and 80.9 ADR. The Russian AWPer has already shown his impact at the EWC, while NiKo and kyousuke provide additional firepower. If m0NESY maintains his current level, Legacy will have a very difficult time keeping the series under control.<\/p>\n
VRS impact<\/h3>\nPhoto Copyright by ESL<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nThe VRS forecast also reflects the difference between the teams. Legacy currently have 1832 points and rank No. 7, while Falcons sit at 1991 points and rank No. 2. A Legacy victory would give them approximately +54 points, potentially moving them to No. 4. Falcons would receive only around +7 points for a win but could lose approximately 18 points if eliminated. The ranking difference does not decide the match, but it highlights just how much Falcons have to lose despite entering as favorites.<\/p>\n\n
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The map statistics suggest that the veto could be one of the most important factors in the series. Legacy have excellent numbers on several maps:<\/p>\n
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- Inferno: Legacy 88% \u2014 Falcons 60%<\/li>\n
- Mirage: Legacy 60% \u2014 Falcons 33%<\/li>\n
- Dust2: Legacy 57% \u2014 Falcons 75%<\/li>\n
- Nuke: Legacy 40% \u2014 Falcons 75%<\/li>\n
- Ancient: Legacy 40% \u2014 Falcons 60%<\/li>\n
- Anubis: Falcons 80%, while Legacy have no recent data<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Inferno clearly stands out as Legacy\u2019s strongest map. The Brazilian side have won 7 of their last 8 recorded Inferno matches, while Falcons have a 60% win rate on the map.<\/p>\n
Falcons, meanwhile, have much stronger numbers on Nuke and Dust2. Both maps could become excellent choices for the European roster.<\/p>\n
The main problem for Legacy is that Falcons have several strong options. Even if Legacy secure Inferno, Falcons can potentially answer with Dust2 or Nuke. That gives the favorite more flexibility throughout the veto.<\/p>\n
Key players<\/h3>\n
For Legacy, latto is the player to watch. Over the past three months, he has posted a 1.19 rating, 0.76 kills per round, 74.1% KAST and 81.0 ADR according to the provided statistics. Legacy will also need strong performances from arT and n1ssim. Their ability to create space against Falcons\u2019 aggressive players could determine whether the Brazilian side can turn this into another upset.<\/p>\n
Falcons have an even stronger individual profile. m0NESY leads the highlighted statistics with a 1.27 rating, 0.81 kills per round, 75.7% KAST and 80.9 ADR. The Russian AWPer has already shown his impact at the EWC, while NiKo and kyousuke provide additional firepower. If m0NESY maintains his current level, Legacy will have a very difficult time keeping the series under control.<\/p>\n
VRS impact<\/h3>\n
Photo Copyright by ESL<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n The VRS forecast also reflects the difference between the teams. Legacy currently have 1832 points and rank No. 7, while Falcons sit at 1991 points and rank No. 2. A Legacy victory would give them approximately +54 points, potentially moving them to No. 4. Falcons would receive only around +7 points for a win but could lose approximately 18 points if eliminated. The ranking difference does not decide the match, but it highlights just how much Falcons have to lose despite entering as favorites.<\/p>\n\n
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