Simran Joshi
The 2025 Call of Duty League (CDL) season is set to bring excitement and fresh competition as it kicks off with online qualifiers for the first Major on December 6. Marking a return to Europe for the first time since 2020, Toronto Ultra will host Major One in Madrid from January 30 to February 2, 2025.
As the CDL expands its global reach and introduces new Minor tournaments with cash prizes and critical CDL Points, fans can anticipate an action-packed season. The league’s 2025 schedule also includes a major tournament in Dallas and the awaited CDL Champs in Toronto, with additional details still under wraps.
Toronto Ultra Off to Flying Start in 2025 CDL Season with Title Win in Madrid
This season’s Call of Duty League is set to start its online qualifiers on December 6, but the first major action will take place in Europe as Toronto Ultra will host Major One in Madrid from January 30th to February 2nd.
It will be the CDL’s first visit since 2020. Toronto Ultra promises a thrilling show for fans in Europe who have been waiting eagerly for the return of their team to this continent.
The league says the decision to bring a Major to Madrid is proof of commitment to our European fan base.
“We are thrilled to kick off the year with an event that celebrates the world and the energy of competitive Call of Duty.” Teams will also compete for CDL Points, which guide seeding of the Major and postseasons, as the season moves forward.
New Minor Tournaments Add Spice to Mid-Season CDL Madness
In the 2025 season, new minor tournaments offer a more dramatic competitive calendar. The 12-team single-elimination events provide a shot at $20,000 in prize money and presents the teams with a crucial gap of CDL Points.
“New chances for teams to fight for their spot on the rankings,” the league said. “Each and every match has all-high stakes.”.
The new format brings in more frequent matches for the supporters and another chance for underdogs to upwardly mobilize.
“We are adding more layers to the competition, with both financial incentives and points that impact overall standings,” CDL representatives said. This is as expected to keep fan interest up throughout the season.
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