Natus Vincere 2-0 Falcons in CS2 at EWC2026; faces Legacy in playoffs
Natus Vincere secures a flawless 2-0 win over Team Falcons in the Counter-Strike 2 group stage at Esports World Cup 2026 (EWC2026) in Paris.
Natus Vincere’s clean sweep sends them into the CS2 playoff bracket. Their next match is set for August 20 against Legacy.
Team Falcons also advanced after the loss. They previously posted strong results in the group stage, including wins over K27 and Astralis, which kept them alive for playoffs despite dropping the series to Natus Vincere.
EWC2026 runs in Paris from August 12 to August 24, featuring 32 teams and a total CS2 prize pool of $2 million. The event spans roughly 25 game titles overall, with organizations earning club championship points based on multi-title performance.
The EWC structure means Natus Vincere’s CS2 playoff run can contribute to their broader club championship standing, alongside results from other titles they may compete in simultaneously.
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