How and When to Watch the IEM Sydney 2019 Playoffs Day 1

The Intel Extreme Masters (IEM) Sydney 2019 playoffs are happening this weekend. Six international teams will compete in the Sydney IEM Masters 2019 for the lion’s share of a $250,000 (USD) prize pool 

To catch the adrenaline-pumping Counter-Strike: Global Offensive action, you’ll want to know where and how to tune in.

Thankfully, we’ve got you covered. For Day 1 of the event, May 03, 2019, we’ve got a schedule for you.

IEM Sydney 2019

Follow the links below to catch Round 1 and 2 of the Playoffs Day 1.

The first day of action will determine which teams will face off against Team Liquid (US) and NRG eSports (US) in tomorrow’s semifinal playoffs. 

Then, be sure to tune in on Sunday for the climactic Grand Final


Jayden Williams travelled to Sydney, Australia as a guest of Acer. All accommodation and meals were provided by Acer.

Jayden Williams
Jayden Williams
I started playing video games on my grandmother's Sega Master System (go, Alex Kidd!) and after almost 3 decades haven't looked back. I've written for various gaming outlets over the years and enjoy playing across all console platforms and genre types, though have a penchant for action/adventure, RPGs and loot-shooters. Pokémon is my favourite franchise and was there at the birth of the infamous 'rare candy' hack.

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