The schedule lists exact match times for pivotal clashes: 14:00 9z vs The MongolZ, 16:30 BetBoom vs FUT, and 19:00 Natus Vincere vs G2.

These matches pick up in a slate that also shapes the playoff bracket, with 9z vs The MongolZ, BetBoom vs FUT, and Natus Vincere vs G2 on the schedule.

The article highlights how outcomes in Stage 3 will directly influence playoff positioning at the IEM Cologne Major 2026.

Natus Vincere and G2 are contending for a Major playoff spot on the final day of IEM Cologne Stage 3.

If all results finish 2-2, Spirit and Vitality will begin their playoff runs from the same side of the bracket.

Context: this is IEM Cologne Major 2026, with the matches dated for 15 June 2026.

The story centers on teams including Natus Vincere, G2, BetBoom, 9z, FUT, The MongolZ, Spirit, and Vitality.