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CDL Weekend Preview

The Call of Duty League’s 2026 Stage 1 Major Qualifiers continue this weekend with high-stakes matchups as teams compete for positioning and valuable CDL Points ahead of Major I. These qualifiers play a crucial role in determining seeding and bracket placements for the upcoming Major.


📅 Saturday — January 17, 2026

On Saturday, several exciting battles are set to take place across the CDL stage:

  • Miami Heretics vs. Boston Breach — First match of the day has the Heretics taking on the seasoned Breach squad in what should be a clash of styles and strategies.

  • Toronto KOI vs. Carolina Royal Ravens — Toronto KOI looks to assert dominance against the Ravens, hoping to climb the qualifier standings.

  • FaZe Vegas vs. Cloud9 New York — A marquee match that pits two fan-favorite squads against each other — with FaZe Vegas favored in predictions and Cloud9 looking for a crucial victory.

Key storylines for Saturday:

  • These early weekend matchups are essential for teams seeking momentum heading into the latter stages of the qualifiers.

  • Expect intense map control battles and strategic adaptations, as squads leverage their strengths to secure series wins and CDL Points.


📅 Sunday — January 18, 2026

Sunday continues the action with a fresh slate of matchups that could shake up the standings:

  • Boston Breach vs. Cloud9 New York — A rematch scenario as both teams aim to build off their Saturday performances. This one could come down to crucial map advantages.

  • Vegas Surge vs. Minnesota RØKKR — Surge and RØKKR will clash in a matchup that could swing either way, with both teams fighting for consistency.

  • LAT vs OpTic Texas — LAT takes on the powerhouse OpTic Texas, with Texas expected to bring a strong tactical showing.

What’s on the line:

  • Sunday’s matches are pivotal for teams on the cusp of breaking into higher brackets.

  • With CDL points awarded throughout the qualifiers, every map and objective counts toward long-term Major qualification