Guild to expand Counter-Strike footprint with men’s team
UK-based organization Guild Esports has announced that it will be unveiling a men’s Counter-Strike team soon.
In a press release issued on August 21, Guild stated that the necessary funds to support the team have been provided by “multiple sources”, including an unnamed esports federation.
The announcement follows Guild’s signing of a women’s roster in March featuring players from Norway, Sweden, and Latvia. The team placed 7th-8th in ESL Impact League Season 3’s European Division.
According to Guild, the upcoming release ofCounter-Strike 2“has reinvigorated community interest in both the game and its esports ecosystem.” At the same time, Valve’s decision toban closed circuit leagues in 2025is “expected to significantly reduce the entry costs associated with some of the top tier men’s tournaments,” according to the British organization.
“Following these announcements from Valve, and the positive reception of Guild’s all-female Counter-Strike team, the Directors of the Company believe now is an opportune moment for Guild to enter men’s Counter-Strike, to capitalize on the increasing audience engagement and lower barriers to entry,” Guild stated.
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According to Guild, the announcement of the men’s Counter-Strike team will be made “in due course”, with the roster including five players and coaching staff.
Founded in 2019, Guild Esports PLC is a publicly-traded company that is notably co-owned by former football star David Beckham. In addition to CS:GO and Valorant, Guild competes in FIFA, Fortnite, and Rocket League.
