The upcoming tournament heralds an exciting chapter as IEM Krakow 2026 gears up to take the spotlight, replacing the previous event held in Katowice. Set for January 28 through February 8, this will mark the first major Intel Extreme Masters showdown of the season.
Top Counter-Strike 2 squads from around the Participants from across the globe are anticipated to attend this esteemed event. A total of 24 rosters have been finalized, showcasing the best talent across two distinct competitive stages.
The opening round will feature 16 teams ready to compete:
- First confirmed roster
- Second confirmed roster
- Third confirmed roster
- Fourth confirmed roster
- Fifth confirmed roster
- Sixth confirmed roster
- Seventh confirmed roster
- Eighth confirmed roster
- Ninth confirmed roster
- Tenth confirmed roster
- Eleventh confirmed roster
- Twelfth confirmed roster
- Thirteenth confirmed roster
- Fourteenth confirmed roster
- Fifteenth confirmed roster
- Sixteenth confirmed roster
In addition, there will be eight additional invitees who join Stage 2. These teams will challenge the eight organizations that emerge successfully from the first stage. Their line-up is as follows:
- First Stage 2 invitee
- Second Stage 2 invitee
- Third Stage 2 invitee
- Fourth Stage 2 invitee
- Fifth Stage 2 invitee
- Sixth Stage 2 invitee
- Seventh Stage 2 invitee
- Eighth Stage 2 invitee
With such a competitive field in place, the stage is set for thrilling encounters. Which roster do you believe will emerge as the top contender at the event?