The closed qualifiers for DreamLeague Season 26 have kicked off, and the first day of the playoffs offered fans a multitude of thrilling matches. The strongest teams from various regions have joined the battle for tournament spots.

North America

In the playoff quarterfinals, Shopify Rebellion defeated 9z Team, and Wildcard overcame Ttgame—both losing teams conceded. Additionally, GladiatorTeams beat 4 Zoomers, and 5BUGPIGPOLE won against Whitelce—both losing teams also conceded.

South America

In this region, teams also sought to determine the strongest in the quarterfinals. Team Compromiso left no chance for HEROIC, defeating them 2-0, while Mosquito Clan proved stronger than Red Submarine with the same score.

Western Europe

A key event of the first day was the clash between NAVI Junior and Tundra Esports in the upper bracket final, where Tundra proved their superiority by winning 2-0, securing their spot in DreamLeague Season 26. Earlier in the quarterfinals, NAVI Junior defeated Passion UA 2-0, Tundra Esports left no chance for Team Secret 2-0, Capy Baras won against AVULUS 2-0, and Gaimin Gladiators advanced past Zero Tenacity 2-0.

Eastern Europe

Natus Vincere confidently defeated 4Pirates 2-0, and L1ga Team proved stronger than One Move 2-0. Additionally, 1win Team won against Aim Possible 2-0, and Aurora Gaming defeated ASAKURA 2-0. In the semifinals, Aurora Gaming narrowly overcame 1win Team 2-1, and Natus Vincere triumphed over L1ga Team 2-1.

MESWA

Virtus.pro easily handled crab restoran 2-0, Winners Esports won a hard-fought battle against SilverWhispe 2-1, Winter Bear proved stronger than Ambrella Esport 2-1, and Nigma Galaxy left no chance for Zone Academy 2-0. Then Virtus.pro advanced past Winners Esports 2-0, and Nigma Galaxy reached the final of their bracket by crushing Winter Bear 2-0.

Southeast Asia

The playoff quarterfinals were intense: Team Essence unexpectedly defeated Talon Esports 2-1, The Mongolz overcame Execration 2-1, BOOM Esports had no trouble against Team Nimister 2-0, and Ivory confidently defeated Trailer PB 2-0. In the semifinals, BOOM Esports won a tough battle against Ivory 2-1, and The Mongolz overcame Team Essence 2-1.

Dream League Season 26 will take place from May 19 to June 1, 2025, with a total prize pool of $1,000,000 USD. Follow the tournament and schedule via this link.