Mouz , FURIA Esports , FUT, and G2 Advance to Esports World Cup 2026 Quarterfinals

Mouz , FURIA Esports , FUT, and G2 Advance to Esports World Cup 2026 Quarterfinals

The playoffs of the Esports World Cup 2026 kicked off with four series, determining the first quarterfinal participants. All matches ended with a score of 2:1, and the fight for the title will continue with Mouz , FURIA Esports , FUT, and G2.

Mouz defeated GamerLegion

GamerLegion and Mouz were the first to hit the server. The German team managed to put up a fight against their opponent, but Mouz emerged stronger after three maps, winning 2:1.

GamerLegion exits EWC 2026 in 9th–16th place. For their performance, the team received $35,000. With the Victory , Mouz advanced to the quarterfinals, where they will face FUT.

FURIA Esports overcame aurora

In another playoff match, FURIA Esports defeated aurora 2:1. The Brazilian roster continues to compete for the tournament's main trophy. aurora , on the other hand, concluded their run at EWC 2026 in 9th–16th position, also earning $35,000. In the quarterfinals, FURIA Esports will play against G2.

FUT triumphed over Magic in a tough battle

On August 19, FUT began the playoffs with a match against Magic . The Turkish team couldn't close the series in two maps, but managed to edge out their opponent in the decisive third map, winning 2:1. As a result, Magic finished the tournament in 9th–16th place. The Victory allowed FUT to advance, where they will meet Mouz for a spot in the semifinals.

EWC 2026 Quarterfinals

Following the first four matches, two quarterfinal pairs have been determined:

G2 — FURIA Esports

FUT — Mouz

All four teams are now just two matches away from the main trophy of EWC 2026. The winners of the quarterfinals will continue their fight for a place in the semifinals.