FURIA Dominates January in CS2 Valve Regional Rankings

by Nolan Brooks
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In an impressive display of skill and strategy, the Brazilian esports powerhouse FURIA continues to dominate the international scene. This month, they have once again claimed the top position in the global Valve Regional Standings (VRS) for January 2026, marking a continued reign since November 2025. As the standings dictate invitations to major events, FURIA’s position highlights their competitive edge in the bustling esports landscape.

January’s Valve Regional Standings: Key Highlights

The latest VRS update, unveiled on January 5th, encompasses results following the Fragadelphia’s Frag Miami 2 event, which saw NRG clinch victory. This success, combined with GamerLegion securing third, grants both teams an invitation to the IEM Kraków, set to unfold from January 28th to February 8th. These standings are pivotal, as they also determine participation in prestigious tournaments such as PGL Cluj-Napoca, ESL Pro League Season 23, and IEM Rio. Although the full list of invited teams remains under wraps, anticipation builds across the esports community.

The Battle for Rankings

The competitive landscape saw significant shifts with Team Vitality advancing to second place following their triumph at the StarLadder Budapest Major, thereby nudging Team Falcons to third. FaZe Clan made a notable leap into the top ten, skyrocketing ten places after a stellar performance in Budapest. Meanwhile, Ninjas in Pyjamas have made a comeback into the top 20, celebrating a position they last held in October.