ENCE miss playoffs after losses to Falcons, G2

ENCE were eliminated from Stage 3 of the IEM Cologne Major after defeats to Falcons and G2 on June 15, 2026, in Cologne. The losses ended ENCE’s bid to reach the playoff stage of the tournament.

Stage 3 play on Day 5 began at 14:00 local time and ran into the evening. The day’s schedule included matches featuring MongolZ, BetBoom, and a late slot between Natus Vincere and G2 at 19:00.

ENCE fell short in two matches that would have kept them in contention. The team lost to Falcons the previous day and was unable to overturn the result in the match against G2, leaving them without the wins or points needed to advance from the group phase.

Match reports show ENCE had periods of control in both fixtures but could not maintain leads or secure maps in deciding rounds. Players and staff displayed visible frustration after both losses.

After the G2 game, Aleksi “Aleksib” Virolainen told interviewer Tres “stunna” Saranthus that the result left the roster disappointed and out of its objectives. He said, “I’ve never had a feeling for a Major harder than this one. We came from Atlanta, we beat the team we really wanted to beat all season. We had chances to go to the playoffs against Falcons yesterday, today against G2. It wasn’t meant to be. It sucks. It hurts.”

Stage 3 is the late group phase of the Major, where teams compete for a limited number of knockout positions. ENCE’s defeats on Day 5 confirm they will not advance from this stage, while Falcons and G2 remain in contention for the remaining playoff slots.