FaZe, Liquid, and 3DMAX are up for quick Groups qualification at IEM Cologne 2025
On the second day of the ongoing CS2 esports tournament, we’ll witness three intense clashes. Remarkable teams will square off against each other, engaging in fierce contests.
At the opening phase of the Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) Intel Extreme Masters Cologne 2025 (IEM Cologne 2025), competitive matches abound, and teams are eager to make a swift advancement. Rather than prolonging the struggle, they aim for two quick victories, securing their passage to the Group stage from Day 2. This route, filled with glory, is the desired path for all participants.
In this situation, it’s plausible for six competitive CS:2 esports teams, but only three of them will actually experience success. The exciting matchups scheduled for Day 2 at the IEM Cologne 2025 Play-In tournament are sure to deliver a thrilling spectacle.
- GamerLegion vs Virtus.pro — 1:30 p.m. CEST / 7:30 a.m. ET, Stream B
- 3DMAX vs Ninjas in Pyjamas — 4 p.m. CEST / 10 a.m. ET
- FaZe Clan vs Team Liquid — 6:30 p.m. CEST / 12:30 p.m. ET
Where to watch Day 2 advancement matches at IEM Cologne 2025 Play-In: Stream
On Day 2 of IEM Cologne 2025 Play-In, the official ESL Counter-Strike channel will air two simultaneous broadcasts showcasing all the matches. You can catch the main stream directly, as it’s conveniently embedded for your viewing pleasure right here.
Results: Who advances to the IEM Cologne 2025 Group Stage
Here’s a simple rephrasing for you: Take a look at a quick rundown of the outcomes from Day 2 of the qualifying matches at IEM Cologne 2025.
GamerLegion 0:0 Virtus.pro — Match score
| Map | Score | Winners |
|---|---|---|
| 1, TBD | GamerLegion 0:0 Virtus.pro | TBD |
| 2, TBD | GamerLegion 0:0 Virtus.pro | TBD |
| 3, TBD | GamerLegion 0:0 Virtus.pro | TBD |
In Cologne, GamerLegion surpassed Complexity with a score of 2:0, following their top-8 finishes at IEM events in Melbourne and Dallas.
Over the past events, such as IEM Melbourne 2025 and the Austin Major, team Virtus.pro has faced a challenging stretch. They were knocked out by FlyQuest in IEM Melbourne, placing them 13th to 16th, and failed to advance from Stage 3 at the Austin Major. However, they’ve managed to secure one victory so far at the Cologne event, triumphing against TYLOO with a score of 2:0.
3DMAX 0:0 Ninjas in Pyjamas — Match score
| Map | Score | Winners |
|---|---|---|
| 1, TBD | 3DMAX 0:0 Ninjas in Pyjamas | TBD |
| 2, TBD | 3DMAX 0:0 Ninjas in Pyjamas | TBD |
| 3, TBD | 3DMAX 0:0 Ninjas in Pyjamas | TBD |
For the first time, we’ve noticed that 3DMAX has consistently participated in elite CS2 esports tournaments during the current year. While their performance could be improved, finishing 9th-12th at IEM Dallas 2025 and 12th-14th at BLAST Austin Major 2025 is considered reasonable for this team. In their debut match at IEM Cologne 2025, 3DMAX managed to defeat HEROIC with a score of 2:1.
As a gamer, I’ve noticed that Ninjas in Pyjamas haven’t been dominating the A-tier tournaments lately, but they managed to secure a 5th–8th place finish at PGL Astana 2025, despite the scarcity of top Counter-Strike teams. For this particular match at IEM Cologne 2025, bookmakers are leaning heavily towards 3DMAX. However, in the world of esports, anything can happen!
FaZe Clan 0:0 Team Liquid — IEM Cologne 2025 match score
| Map | Score | Winners |
|---|---|---|
| 1, TBD | FaZe Clan 0:0 Team Liquid | TBD |
| 2, TBD | FaZe Clan 0:0 Team Liquid | TBD |
| 3, TBD | FaZe Clan 0:0 Team Liquid | TBD |
FaZe Clan fielded s1mple at the recently concluded CS2 esports tournaments: IEM Dallas and BLAST Austin Major 2025. FaZe was attempting to remedy their inconsistent gameplay. Placing in the top 8 at Austin is acceptable on the whole, but it’s not sufficient for a team of their caliber. At IEM Cologne, however, FaZe seems to have regained their form, having already bested BIG in their initial match, with a score of 2:0.
The players on Team Liquid are well aware of what unstable performance entails. For them, making it to the top 8 at premier Counter-Strike 2 events in 2025 is a significant accomplishment. They managed to do this at IEM Melbourne 2025 and ESL Pro League Season 21. Their victory against paiN Gaming with a score of 2:0 in the opening match could be an encouraging sign for their supporters.
At the IEM Cologne 2025 tournament, group play commences on July 26th. The knockout stage matches will take place from August 1st until August 3rd.
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