League Information
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Intel Grand Slam
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Acer Predator
DHL
Qiddiya
Monster Energy
U.S. Air Force
1xBet
White Market
Logitech G
FACEIT
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Maps
The legendary Hall of Heroes is gearing up to host the first Intel Extreme Masters event of 2025! From February 7–9, the iconic Spodek Arena will become the epicenter of Counter-Strike, as 24 of the world’s best teams compete for the coveted EPT Championship title and the ultimate bragging rights.
The Format
24 Teams, Determined by Valve Regional Standings: the top 8 teams bypass Stage 1 and advance directly to the Group Stage.
Stage 1 (January 29–31): 16 teams battle in a three-day, double-elimination bracket. The top 8 squads advance to Stage 2.
Group Stage (February 1-6): Two double-elimination groups of 8 teams each. The top 6 teams from this phase qualify for the Playoffs.
Playoffs (February 7-9): Single-elimination bracket with the best-of-three format for all matches except the Grand Final, which will be a best-of-five showdown.
Both Stage 1 and the Group Stage will be played behind closed doors. The Spodek Arena will then open its gates to fans for the final three days of the event—an experience defined by a roaring crowd and Counter-Strike action.
The Legacy
Since 2014, IEM Katowice has established itself as one of the most prestigious and historic events in Counter-Strike. Known for hosting three CS:GO Majors, it has united thousands of passionate fans from every corner of the globe. Over the years, the tournament has delivered unforgettable moments—breathtaking plays, legendary upsets, and intense rivalries—shaping the very landscape of the competitive scene.
The Spodek Arena itself amplifies this legacy. Its electric atmosphere and iconic status in esports are second to none. Each iteration of IEM Katowice reaffirms its position as a driving force for innovation in competitive gaming, serving as a beacon that highlights the beauty and uniqueness of esports to the entire world.
Particpants

Spirit


chopper


sh1ro


magixx


zont1x


donk


hally (Coach)

G2


Snax


huNter-


malbsMd


m0NESY


HeavyGod


TaZ (Coach)

Natus Vincere


Aleksib


iM


b1t


jL


w0nderful


B1ad3 (Coach)

Vitality


apEX


ropz


ZywOo


flameZ


mezii


XTQZZZ (Coach)

FaZe


karrigan


rain


EliGE


frozen


broky


NEO (Coach)

MOUZ


brollan


torszi


Spinx


Jimpphat


xertioN


sycrone (Coach)

Eternal Fire


MAJ3R


XANTARES


woxic


Wicadia


jottAAA


Fabre (Coach)

The MongolZ


bLitz


Techno


Senzu


mzinho


910


maaRaa (Coach)

FURIA


FalleN


chelo


yuurih


KSCERATO


skullz


sidde (Coach)

Liquid


jks


NAF


NertZ


Twistzz


ultimate


mithR (Coach)

Falcons


NiKo


Magisk


TeSeS


degster


kyxsan


zonic (Coach)

Astralis


device


cadiaN


stavn


jabbi


Staehr


ruggah (Coach)

Virtus.pro


electroNic


FL1T


fame


FL4MUS


ICY


PASHANOJ (Coach)

3DMAX


Maka


Lucky


Djoko


Ex3rcice


Graviti


wasiNk (Coach)

BIG


tabseN


jDC


Krimbo


kyuubii


hyped


kakafu (Coach)

GamerLegion


REZ


ztr


Tauson


sl3nd


PR


ash (Coach)
tournament bracket
GROUP STAGE
GROUP A
Upper Bracket
Opening Round
Upper Semi-Finals
Upper final

G2
0
Virtus.pro
2
Falcons
0
Eternal Fire
2
Vitality
2
3DMAX
0
FaZe
2
BIG
0
Virtus.pro
2
Eternal Fire
1
Vitality
2
FaZe
1
Virtus.pro
0
Vitality
2Lower Bracket
Lower Round 1
Lower Semi-Finals
Lower Final

G2
2
Falcons
1
3DMAX
2
BIG
0
FaZe
2
G2
1
Eternal Fire
2
3DMAX
1
FaZe
0
Eternal Fire
2GROUP B
Upper Bracket
Opening Round
Upper Semi-Finals
Upper final

Spirit
2
Astralis
0
Natus Vincere
2
FURIA
0
MOUZ
0
GamerLegion
2
The Mongolz
2
Liquid
1
Spirit
1
Natus Vincere
2
GamerLegion
0
The Mongolz
2
Natus Vincere
2
The Mongolz
0Lower Bracket
Lower Round 1
Lower Semi-Finals
Lower Final

Astralis
2
FURIA
1
MOUZ
0
Liquid
2
GamerLegion
2
Astralis
0
Spirit
2
Liquid
0
GamerLegion
1
Spirit
2PLAYOFFS
Single Elimination Bracket
Quarter-Finals
Semi-Finals
Grand Final

The Mongolz
2
Eternal Fire
0
Virtus.pro
0
Spirit
2
Vitality
2
The Mongolz
0
Natus Vincere
0
Spirit
2
Vitality
3