Intel Extreme Masters Cologne Major Is Set to Return in 2026 - Inside Sport India

ESL announces Cologne 2026 Major

The Majors return to Cologne

Intel Extreme Masters Cologne Major is Set to Return in 2026 - Inside Sport India

With Intel Extreme Masters (IEM) Cologne 2025 coming to a spectacular conclusion, and LANXESS arena roaring in celebration of Team Spirit, the stage was set to announce that Intel Extreme Masters Cologne will host a  Counter-Strike Major in 2026. The pinnacle event will take place on June 2 – 21, 2026, marking a thrilling return for the Major to Cologne after a decade, honoring the tournament’s legacy.  Intel Extreme Masters Cologne 2026 Next su…

Cologne is Finally Getting a Counter-Strike Major

Fans Go Crazy Over Cologne Major Announcement I was in the crowd at LANXESS Arena when the announcement dropped after the IEM Cologne 2025 Grand Final and the place exploded. They had been asking for it all weekend long and finally the fans got their wish! That’s right, the very first Counter-Strike Major of 2026 will be held in Cologne. For the first time in a decade, the Cathedral of Counter-Strike will host the biggest event in the game. And …

IEM Cologne 2026 confirmed as $1.25 million CS2 Major

Team Spirit just won Intel Extreme Masters (IEM) Cologne 2025, and amid the roaring crowd, fans had even more to celebrate. ESL FACEIT Group (EFG) announced that IEM Cologne 2026 will be a CS2 Major! Team Spirit’s trophy lift (Image via ESL) IEM Cologne 2026 Major The IEM Cologne 2026 Major will happen between June 2 and 21 in 2026 in the LANXESS arena. It will also feature 32 teams duking it out for the lion’s share of a $1.25 million prize poo…