xGoat with dosia Leads Team to CS2 Victory at Games of the Future 2025 in Abu Dhabi — Full Report & Tournament Context
xGoat with dosia Leads Team to CS2 Victory at Games of the Future 2025 in Abu Dhabi — Full Report & Tournament Context
CS2 roster xGoat, featuring veteran player Mikhail “Dosia” Stolyarov, captured the championship title at the Games of the Future 2025 Counter‑Strike 2 tournament, defeating Donstu Esports in the grand final with a 2–0 sweep on December 23, 2025. The event took place in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, at the National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC Centre), with a total prize pool of $150,000 for the CS2 portion of the multi‑sport event.
This edition of the Games of the Future series ran from December 18 to December 23, 2025 and featured eight competing CS2 teams from a mix of community, regional, and invitational rosters — with xGoat emerging unbeaten and ultimately victorious.
Tournament Format and Progression
The CS2 tournament at Games of the Future 2025 began with a group stage split into two groups — Group A and Group B — followed by a playoff bracket leading into the finals. Teams in each group played round‑robin matches with the top entries advancing into the knockout phase.
In Group A, xGoat dominated with a 3–0 record (9 points), including convincing wins over Liga Pro, EndFastPls, and Interstellar. Similarly successful performances by Donstu Esports and Minsk House in Group B secured their spots in the playoffs.
xGoat then advanced through the playoff stage, eventually meeting Donstu Esports in the championship match. In the final, xGoat secured a 13–10 victory on Dust2 before closing out the series with a 13–5 win on Overpass — a commanding performance that underscored the team’s adaptation and map control under pressure.
Roster Spotlight: xGoat and Dosia’s Role
xGoat’s lineup for the tournament combined experienced hands with strong individual talent. The roster included:
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Mikhail “Dosia” Stolyarov — a veteran player and central figure for the squad
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Suleimen “dukefissura” Orazaly
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Aidos “kade0” Khairzhan
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Dmitriy “mizu” Kondratyev
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Rustem “mou” Telepov
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Roman “Ivo1” Kobzev
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Valeriy “Vegas” Mustafin
Dosia’s presence is particularly notable: he is one of the most recognized figures in the CS/CS2 competitive community, with roots in high‑level competition predating CS2 itself. His leadership and experience no doubt factored into xGoat’s strong performances throughout the event.
Before winning the championship, xGoat had already taken a commanding position in Group A by sweeping its opponents, highlighting consistency and tactical flexibility across different map types.
Games of the Future 2025: A Phygital Esports Showcase
The Games of the Future 2025 is a unique phygital multi‑sport event that blends traditional sports with digital competitive gaming and interactive experiences. The CS2 competition was part of a larger lineup that spanned multiple disciplines and formats designed to bridge esports with broader athletic and digital culture.
According to historical coverage of the Games of the Future series, the 2025 edition continued the event’s tradition of combining physical and digital competitions in locations such as Abu Dhabi, with earlier planning beginning as far back as 2024 when organizers announced a multi‑discipline lineup for the festival.
The CS2 portion of the event attracted attention not only because of the title’s rising profile — Counter‑Strike 2 was recognized as an esports game of the year at The Game Awards 2025 — but also due to the strong performances from community and semi‑professional rosters alongside notable players like Dosia.
Competitive Context: CS2 in 2025
The broader 2025 competitive season for CS2 has seen multiple major events, including Valve‑sanctioned Majors such as StarLadder Budapest Major 2025, where Team Vitality claimed the championship and Mathieu “ZywOo” Herbaut earned MVP honors — reflecting the deep competitive ecosystem of CS2 across tiers.
In smaller regional and invitational events like Games of the Future, the presence of players such as Dosia also highlights a trend in 2025: high‑profile players linking community squads and influencer teams with structured competitive play. This mix enriches the grassroots scene and provides more pathways for players and fans to engage with CS2 beyond pro circuits.
Final Thoughts and Legacy of the Event
The victory by xGoat, led by Dosia, marks a significant achievement in CS2’s 2025 season outside of conventional esports tournaments. Capturing the Games of the Future 2025 CS2 title not only netted the team a share of the $150,000 prize pool but also solidified the brand and roster as champions in a high‑exposure international event.
As CS2 continues to grow — evidenced by its recognition at major award ceremonies and the vibrancy of both official and community events — performances like xGoat’s championship run contribute to the evolving narrative of CS2’s global competitive landscape throughout 2025 and beyond.
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