Furia's Historic Sweep: Brazilian Brilliance at IEM Chengdu 2025

This past weekend witnessed a major Counter-Strike 2 event coming to a close, leaving the community buzzing about the impressive displays of skill and strategy that emerged during the competition.

The Intel Extreme Masters Chengdu 2025 tournament, one of the final key events of the year, culminated in a dramatic showdown between two top teams. Both competitors showcased relentless dedication throughout the weeks of intense action, ultimately setting the stage for a grand final battle that would decide the winners.

Furia emerged as the tournament's dominant force, overcoming their opponent in a decisive 3-0 match. This victory not only awarded the team $125,000, but also firmly established them as a team to watch in upcoming events such as the BLAST Rivals Fall 2025 and the StarLadder Budapest Major. Moreover, this win holds special It carries importance because it signifies the inaugural occurrence in… eight years that an IEM title has been claimed by a team primarily composed of Brazilian players, paving the way for future successes in the imminent and 2026 tournaments.

Highlights of the Event:

• The tournament served as one of the final major Counter-Strike 2 competitions of the year.
• A grueling series of matches led to an electrifying grand final showdown.
• Furia secured a neat 3-0 victory, capturing both the trophy and $125,000 in prize money.
• This win marks a historic moment, being the first IEM trophy for a predominantly Brazilian team in nearly a decade.
• Current achievements have set the tone for the upcoming competitive season, with high hopes for future tournaments.