The BLAST.tv Major Lisbon Group Stage runs from December 4-9, showcasing 16 teams battling for 8 spots in the playoffs. Featuring a Swiss system format, teams need three wins to advance or three losses to be eliminated.

Teams will compete across three stages:

• Opening matches (Bo1)
• Mid-stage matches (Bo1)
• Elimination/advancement matches (Bo3)

Participating Teams

• FaZe Clan
• MOUZ
• Team Spirit
• Vitality
• Cloud9
• NAVI
• G2
• Complexity
• ENCE
• Eternal Fire
• The MongolZ
• paiN Gaming
• Lynn Vision
• Imperial
• KOI
• GamerLegion

Tournament Format Details

• Initial matchups determined by BLAST World Circuit rankings
• All opening matches are Bo1 (Best-of-1)
• Final round matches are Bo3 (Best-of-3)
• Teams advance/eliminate based on win-loss record
• Opponents selected using Buchholz system

Tournament Favorites

• Vitality: Recent strong performance at CS2 events
• FaZe Clan: Consistent top-tier results
• NAVI: Historically strong roster

Potential Dark Horses

• Team Spirit: Impressive recent form
• G2 Esports: Capable of high-level plays
• MOUZ: Strong individual talent

Notable Changes

• First Major tournament in CS2
• New gameplay mechanics impact strategies
• Teams adapting to different map dynamics

All matches will be streamed live on BLAST.tv and Twitch. The Group Stage winners advance to the playoffs, scheduled for December 10-17 at Altice Arena, Lisbon.

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