FURIA has experienced a challenging 2026 campaign, failing to secure any championships despite reaching several finals, including IEM Krakow and the IEM Cologne Major. The Brazilian-based organization is now trying to identify and resolve their problems while managing an intense tournament schedule.
Mareks "YEKINDAR" Gaļinskis shared his perspective during the StarSeries Fall media day, explaining that the squad's primary focus involves addressing their difficulties systematically. The Latvian player emphasized that nobody on the roster feels entitled to tournament victories, recognizing that success requires resolving fundamental issues first.
Gabriel "FalleN" Toledo's announced retirement has naturally become a major talking point surrounding the team's performance. However, YEKINDAR revealed that the squad has confronted this reality directly through honest team discussions. They've acknowledged both FalleN's impending departure and their current form struggles, focusing on actionable solutions rather than dwelling on circumstances beyond their control.
The rifler noted that uncertainty always exists regarding how external factors affect performance at a subconscious level. Despite this, FURIA has chosen to concentrate on immediate objectives while maintaining trust in each other's commitment to improvement.
Regarding their work ethic, YEKINDAR stressed that every player bears personal responsibility for bringing their best to each match and tournament. Rather than relying on sports psychologists, the team depends on mutual trust and individual dedication to overcome their current challenges.
With a break finally approaching after StarSeries Fall, FURIA hopes to use the remaining tournaments before FalleN's retirement to rebuild their chemistry and rediscover the form that made them competitive in late 2025.
