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PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026

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A prominent global event and fierce competition in Counter-Strike 2, held in Romania in February 2026, featuring 16 of the strongest ranked teams in the world. The tournament witnessed a Swiss group system and decisive knockout qualifiers, with a total prize pool of $625,000. The competition concluded with Team Vitality claiming the title after a dominant performance, marking an exceptional increase in global viewership for the tournament.

Counter StrikeFeb 14, 2026 – Feb 22, 2026Cluj-Napoca, Romania🇷🇴 Romania$625,000PGL

Format

Group Stage | February 14th – 18th, 2026

  • Format: 16-Team Swiss System.

  • Seeding: Rounds 2 through 5 utilize the Buchholz system combined with the teams' initial seedings.

  • Match Structure: All matches are played as Best-of-3 (Bo3).

  • Progression: The top 8 teams advance directly to the Playoffs.

Playoffs | February 20th – 22nd, 2026

  • Format: Single-Elimination bracket.

  • Match Structure: All standard bracket matches are Best-of-3 (Bo3).

  • The Grand Final: The ultimate championship match escalates to a Best-of-5 (Bo5) showdown.