Yasin "xfl0ud" Koç is brimming with confidence about his new team's future following FUT's opening win at the Esports World Cup. The 23-year-old Turkish player made his LAN debut with the organization in a hard-fought 13-10 victory against TYLOO on Mirage.
Despite a commanding 9-3 first-half lead, FUT faced unexpected resistance as TYLOO mounted a comeback. The Turkish rifler admitted to missing crucial shots that allowed their opponents back into the game, but praised his team's composure in securing the win.
Joining FUT from HEROIC during the off-season felt like coming home for xfl0ud. Even though he received other proposals, the Turkish organization was his clear first choice. He emphasized that beyond the organization itself, the roster's quality and youth made it an irresistible opportunity, noting that rival teams are constantly inquiring about FUT's players.
The support from Turkish fans has been particularly meaningful for the veteran. Playing for a Turkish organization again brings a special feeling, especially with the overwhelming love and encouragement from the community.
As the team's eldest member at just 23, xfl0ud finds himself surrounded by rising talent. He specifically highlighted dziuggs as a rare breed of solid anchor player and praised dem0n as one of the best shooters he's ever teamed with. The entire roster operates at a top level, which fuels his optimism.
Their earlier stumble at BLAST Bounty, where they fell to 3DMAX, came down to limited preparation time. With only one to one and a half weeks of practice before that tournament, the team struggled with chemistry. Now, after a full month together, xfl0ud feels completely integrated into the system.
Looking ahead, the Turkish star has set his sights high. With consistent performance and continued growth, he genuinely believes FUT can establish themselves as a top-five team in the global rankings.
