FURIA secured a decisive 2-0 victory over B8 in Round 1 of the IEM Cologne Major 2026 on June 11, 2026, advancing in the tournament.
The Brazilian squad, ranked 5th globally, showcased their strength against the 15th-ranked B8. This win aligns with FURIA's historical performance, holding a strong head-to-head advantage with a 75% winrate against B8 in previous encounters. The match was part of the Swiss round format of the Major.