Seized Urges Falcons to Replace Coach — “Maybe the Captain Too”

After Falcons were knocked out of IEM Kraków 2026 by MOUZ, seized shared a blunt take on the team’s situation. According to his comments, Falcons should start changes from the coaching staff and then evaluate the captain role.

Falcons need to change the coach and possibly the captain. It should be done step by step: first the coach, then evaluate the results.

Seized also named his preferred candidate to lead the roster:

Ashley “ash” Battye would be a good option.

This statement immediately fueled discussion across the CS2 community about whether Falcons’ problems are tactical, structural, or leadership-related.

Captain Debate Intensifies After Kraków Elimination

Seized isn’t the only analyst questioning Falcons’ leadership. Shortly after the team’s exit, Owen “smooya” Butterfield publicly suggested that a captain change might be necessary for Falcons to become a true title contender.

Falcons need a different captain to reach top level. Kyxsan is a good player, but leadership might need to change.

The conversation now centers on whether the team’s in-game leadership is holding back one of the most expensive rosters in Counter-Strike history.

m0NESY Reaction Goes Viral

Falcons star AWPer Ilya “m0NESY” Osipov posted a short message after the loss that quickly spread across social media:

“idk))”

The minimal reaction perfectly captured the frustration surrounding the team’s inconsistent results in 2026.

Why the Loss at IEM Kraków Matters

Falcons finished 7–8th at IEM Kraków 2026, exiting the tournament after a 0–2 loss to MOUZ in the Group B lower bracket final. The team earned $24,000 in prize money — far below expectations for a roster built to win trophies.

This result intensified scrutiny because Falcons entered the season with superstar signings and championship ambitions.

Internal Falcons Storylines Adding Pressure

NiKo: “I Only Care About Team Success”

Earlier in 2026, Nikola “NiKo” Kovač explained that he is willing to sacrifice personal roles to help the roster succeed:

I only care about team success. If changes increase our chances of winning trophies, I’m ready to adapt.

This quote highlights the team’s willingness to restructure — making potential leadership changes more realistic.

Kyxsan Previously Promised Freedom for m0NESY

Falcons’ in-game leader kyxsan previously emphasized how the team built its system around their star AWPer:

We made sure m0NESY understood that he still has the freedom he had before.

This makes the current leadership debate even more significant — the system was designed to empower stars, yet results have not followed.

Zonic’s Absence and Visa Issues Disrupted Early 2026

Falcons’ season has also been affected by external circumstances:

Head coach zonic temporarily stepped away after a family tragedy.

Rising talent kyousuke missed BLAST Bounty Finals due to visa issues.

These setbacks contributed to instability during a crucial period for the team.

What’s Next for Team Falcons?

Falcons’ next major event is PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026 (Feb 14–22) — a tournament that could define the roster’s future.

If results don’t improve, calls to replace the coach or captain may turn from community discussion into real roster moves.