Get ready for the highly anticipated ESL Pro League Season 19, where 32 teams will compete in Malta for one of the most prestigious Counter-Strike tournaments of the year.
With a larger number of teams than usual, we will be breaking down the tournament by groups A to D in our ESL Pro League Season 19 power rankings. Join us as we assess the contenders vying for the Pro League crown!
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Group A
FaZe come into EPL S19 as IEM Chengdu champs. Credit: Enos Ku | © ESL
In Group A, the favorites are FaZe Clan. With an impressive track record and a recent win at IEM Chengdu 2024, they are poised to make a strong showing at ESL Pro League Season 19. Following closely behind is Astralis, who have shown promise with dev1ce leading as IGL. Expect a competitive battle in Group A.
- FaZe Clan
- Astralis
- Virtus.pro
- Eternal Fire
- Imperial Esports
- SAW
- Fnatic
- 3DMAX
As for underdogs in Group A, keep an eye on Virtus.pro and Imperial. With key roster changes and rising talents, these teams could spring surprises at ESL Pro League Season 19.
Group B
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Group B features Vitality as the standout favorite, followed by a formidable G2 team. Both teams have the potential to make a deep run in ESL Pro League Season 19.
- Vitality
- G2
- Falcons
- The MongolZ
- M80
- BetBoom Team
- TYLOO
- Sharks Esports
Among the underdogs in Group B, The MongolZ and M80 stand out as teams capable of causing upsets and making their mark at ESL Pro League Season 19.
Group C
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In Group C, MOUZ and Liquid are the teams to watch. Both squads have the talent and potential to excel in ESL Pro League Season 19.
- MOUZ
- Liquid
- FURIA
- ENCE
- GamerLegion
- Monte
- FORZE
- Bad News Kangaroos
Keep an eye on ENCE and GamerLegion as underdogs in Group C, as they have the potential to surprise and upset the favorites at ESL Pro League Season 19.
Group D
NAVI were crowned Major winners last time out. Credit: Stephanie Lindgren | © PGL
NAVI and Heroic lead the pack in Group D, with both teams aiming to build on their recent successes and make a statement at ESL Pro League Season 19.
- NAVI
- Heroic
- Complexity
- BIG
- FlyQuest
- Ninjas in Pyjamas
- Pera
- BOSS
Keep an eye on FlyQuest and Ninjas in Pyjamas as underdogs in Group D, as they have the potential to surprise and challenge the favorites at ESL Pro League Season 19.
