The highly anticipated ESL Impact League Season 8 has reached a pivotal moment as the top eight teams have emerged from the regional online group stages. These contenders are gearing up to face off in Stockholm, Sweden, vying for the championship title and a share of the impressive $123,000 prize pool.
The event will be a significant occasion, marking the culmination of the ESL Impact League, a tournament that has provided a competitive platform for women in Counter-Strike since its inception in 2022. Recent announcements have confirmed that the league will be suspended indefinitely due to sustainability challenges. This final edition thus carries added weight as teams prepare for one last opportunity to claim victory.
ESL Impact League Season 8 Teams
The league, known for its inclusive environment, has seen fierce competition this season. As the event returns for its final iteration, familiar names have risen to the occasion. The European division is led by NIP Impact and BIG EQUIPA, both of which dominated the group stage. Imperial Female and Overpeek secured their spots through intense play-in victories, bringing their formidable skills to the LAN finals.
North America
North America’s representatives were determined through a rigorous round-robin format. FlyQuest RED emerged as the top seed, maintaining a perfect record. Shimmer followed closely, also securing a place in the finals with an impressive performance.
South America
In South America, the competition was intense, leading to a dramatic outcome where defending champions FURIA fe could not advance due to a three-way tie. MIBR and Atrix Esports clinched their spots with strong performances, ready to showcase their talents on the big stage.
ESL Impact Season 8 Predictions
As this landmark tournament reaches its zenith, the anticipation is palpable. Teams like Imperial Female and NIP Impact are seen as frontrunners, given their outstanding track records. Shimmer, with its robust showing in North America, is poised to challenge the status quo. Ultimately, predictions favor NIP Impact as the potential champions of this final ESL Impact Season.