Each‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‍‌ year, Cologne turns into an incredibly thrilling esports venue. The IEM Cologne Major 2026 is not different in that regard. With the playoff stages going on, the eyes of thousands of Counter-Strike 2 enthusiasts are fixed on the amazing LANXESS Arena, home ground of a few of the best teams in the world, competing for the highly coveted trophy.