acoR Leaves ECSTATIC After Contract Expiry, Enters CS2 Free Agency for 2026

Danish AWPer Frederik “acoR” Gyldstrand has officially left ECSTATIC after deciding not to extend his contract for the 2026 season, making him one of the most notable free agents on the Counter-Strike 2 market heading into the new competitive year.

The organization confirmed that acoR’s deal included an extension option, which the player chose not to activate, bringing his short stint with ECSTATIC to an end.

acoR confirms decision not to extend contract

In a statement shared publicly and quoted by HLTV, acoR clarified the situation surrounding his departure:

“When I joined ECSTATIC, it was on a short contract with an option to extend. An option I have chosen not to take going into this new year.”

As a result, the 27-year-old sniper is now available without a buyout, significantly increasing his appeal to teams looking to secure an experienced primary AWPer for the 2026 season.

acoR’s time at ECSTATIC: short contract, solid output

acoR joined ECSTATIC in September 2025 and remained with the team through the end of the year. During his tenure, he posted an average 1.04 HLTV rating, providing stability in the AWP role across multiple international events.

Notable results during this period included:

DraculaN Season 3 – finalist

Fragadelphia Blocktober 2025 – 4th place

While the partnership was always framed as short-term, acoR’s individual performance kept him firmly on the radar of higher-tier teams.

Departure follows ECSTATIC’s full roster transfer listing

The move comes after ECSTATIC made headlines in December 2025 by placing their entire roster on the transfer list, a decision the organization described as an effort to give players opportunities to move up competitively while remaining active.

The announcement signaled an incoming rebuild — one that has now materialized through both player sales and contract expirations.

sirah sold, ECSTATIC rebuild accelerates

Shortly after the transfer-list announcement, ECSTATIC sold William “sirah” Kjærsgaard, further confirming the organization’s willingness to reshape its lineup ahead of the 2026 season.

acoR’s exit, while contract-based rather than a transfer, fits directly into that broader restructuring strategy.

ECSTATIC respond with Buzz and nicoodoz signings

Following the departures of sirah and acoR, ECSTATIC acted quickly to restore a full lineup by signing Christian “Buzz” Andersen and Nico “nicoodoz” Tamjidi, both formerly of OG.

The organization explicitly stated that the new additions were made in response to the recent roster exits, ensuring ECSTATIC remain competitive heading into early-2026 tournaments.

acoR’s free agency aligns with long-term mindset

Earlier in 2025, acoR stated in an HLTV interview that he was focused on finding the right long-term project, even if that meant turning down offers that didn’t feel like the right fit.

That philosophy aligns closely with his decision to re-enter free agency rather than commit to another short extension.

What this means for the CS2 market

• acoR becomes one of the most experienced unsigned AWPers available for 2026

• ECSTATIC complete a rapid transition from transfer-listed roster to rebuilt lineup

• Teams preparing for early-year events gain access to a buyout-free sniper with tier-one experience

With invite-based competitions and online qualifiers approaching, acoR’s availability is expected to draw significant interest across Europe.