Legacy eliminates Natus Vincere from Esports World Cup 2026

Legacy just sent Natus Vincere packing from the Esports World Cup 2026, eliminating the Ukrainian CS2 powerhouse in a Round of 16 best-of-three series on August 20. For a team ranked around 12th in the world going up against one of competitive Counter-Strike’s most decorated rosters, Legacy played like they forgot they were supposed to be the underdogs. The result marks one of the biggest upsets of the tournament so far, removing a NAVI squad that had looked sharp throughout the group stage. NAVI had already dispatched teams like Falcons and The MongolZ on their way to the playoffs, making their early exit all the more jarring for fans who had them penciled in for a deep run. How Legacy pulled it off The series hinged on Legacy’s performance on Inferno, where the Brazilian side secured a crucial map win that shifted momentum in their favor. The map veto process itself told a story of intensive preparation from both teams, with each side clearly trying to steer the series toward their preferred battlegrounds. Legacy’s roster of arT, dumau, latto, n1ssim, and try executed a game plan that neutralized NAVI’s firepower. ArT, known for his aggressive in-game leading style, has long been...