The ESL default date for the first round of the playoffs is Sunday, 18/01/09 20:00. Cp_granary has been chosen as the decider map by the organisation for this week's matches. As we predicted two weeks ago just before Christmas, the first round of the playoffs looks as followed. Two weeks ago I wrote some small predictions for these playoffs matches. Here they are, once more: From these eight teams, Crack Clan should have the least problems winning from their opponent and advancing to the 2nd round. I expect Team Druidz, Four Kings and Ubersexuals to reach the next round as well.

Update: Three of the four games will be played tonight. Added the STV IPs and maps.

Source: ESL News and EMS Relegation.