From March 11th through March 13th, 2024, Europe's elite Counter-Strike teams will lock horns in the IEM Dallas European Qualifier, each vying for a golden ticket to the grand stage in Dallas. As the official brackets reveal, the path to glory is fraught with high-octane matchups and nail-biting anticipation.
The curtain rises on March 11th with a blockbuster encounter at 16:30 between Virtus.pro and B8, setting a fierce tone for the qualifier. Simultaneously, KOI will face Apeks, and HEROIC will challenge Preasy, while Metizport tests their mettle against ENCE. These initial skirmishes are crucial as they not only offer a direct route to the upper semi-finals later that evening but also set the pace for the intense competition ahead.
For those who stumble in the opening act, the lower bracket offers a challenging path to redemption, with no room for error. The fight for survival kicks off at 20:30 on the same day, ensuring the thrill of competition endures into the night.
The following day, March 12th, promises further thrills with the lower semi-finals at 16:30, where the pressure intensifies as the margin for error narrows. This penultimate day culminates with the lower final at 20:30, offering one last chance for teams to stay in contention.
The qualifier reaches its crescendo on March 13th, with the upper final deciding which team stands tall as the champion of Europe. This final face-off not only grants the victor a significant share of the prize pool but also a prestigious spot at the IEM Dallas main event, where the global Counter-Strike community converges.
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