Falcons confidently defeat 3DMAX and continue their run at IEM Krakow 2026

Falcons confidently continue their campaign at IEM Krakow 2026, securing a clean 2:0 victory over 3DMAX in a Stage 2 matchup. The team outplayed the French side on both Anubis and Dust2, showcasing strong post–side-switch performances and a high individual level. The loss marks the end of the tournament journey for 3DMAX, while Falcons move closer to the playoffs and prepare for a decisive match.

Map veto:

• 3DMAX removed Mirage
• Falcons removed Overpass
• 3DMAX picked Anubis
• Falcons picked Dust2
• 3DMAX removed Ancient
• Falcons removed Inferno
• Nuke was left over

Anubis (13:5 Falcons)

The French squad failed to impose their style on their own map. Falcons started on the T side, where they fully controlled the game and built an 8:4 lead. After the side switch, 3DMAX managed to win only one round on defense and lost their map 5:13.

Dust2 (13:9 Falcons)

3DMAX began Dust2 confidently and, playing on the CT side in the first half, managed to set the pace and take an 8:4 lead. However, after the side switch the situation changed completely. Falcons took full control of the game, were rock-solid on defense, and allowed their opponents to win just one round on the T side. As a result, Falcons closed out Dust2 with a 13:9 scoreline.

Match MVP

The best player of the match was kyousuke, who finished the series with an impressive 1.87 rating.

3DMAX end their run at IEM Krakow 2026 Stage in 9–12th place, earning $16,000 in prize money for the players and an additional $7,000 for the organization. Falcons will face MOUZ in a match for a spot in the playoffs. IEM Krakow Stage 2 runs from January 31 to February 3, where 16 teams compete for playoff qualification.