fer reveals FalleN didn't trust him for Furia project

fer reveals FalleN didn't trust him for Furia project

Kaustavmani Choudhury

5 Jun, 2023, 12:04

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Last updated: 11 Apr, 2025, 20:30

In a recent turn of events, FalleN, the legendary in-game leader of CS:GO, has made his decision regarding FURIA's new lineup. While fans had hoped for a reunion between FalleN and his former teammate fer, the Brazilian CS:GO community was disappointed to learn that FalleN had chosen Marcelo "chelo" Cespedes instead. In this article, we delve into the reasons behind FalleN's choice and explore the implications for both players.

Fer's Departure from Imperial:

After a brief reunion under the Imperial banner in 2022, dubbed "Last Dance," fer decided to leave the team before fulfilling his contract at the end of the year. Despite an offer for fer and FalleN to join another team, FalleN opted to join FURIA without his old-time friend and former teammate.

FalleN's Lack of Trust:

FalleN's decision not to recruit fer stemmed from a lack of trust. Fer revealed during a live stream that FalleN had expressed concerns about his commitment to the FURIA project. Understandably, FalleN may have been apprehensive given fer's previous decision to abandon the Imperial project prematurely. Fer acknowledged this and understood FalleN's perspective, acknowledging that business and friendship must be kept separate.

Fans' Reactions:

The news of FalleN's decision sparked a heated discussion on social media. Some fans were quick to criticize FalleN for ruling out fer from the FURIA lineup. Expressing their disappointment in not being able to witness the reunion of the iconic duo. However, fer made it clear that he harbored no ill feelings towards FalleN. And emphasized the importance of professionalism and understanding the reasoning behind the decision.

Fer's Transition to Content Creation:

Another factor that may have influenced FalleN's decision is fer's extended absence from the professional scene. Since November 2022, when he last competed for Imperial at the IEM Rio Major, fer has shifted his focus to content creation. On the other hand, chelo has been actively playing CS:GO since 2015. Including his time alongside FalleN in Imperial before their move to FURIA.

FURIA's New Lineup:

With the official announcement, FURIA unveiled their new lineup featuring FalleN and chelo. The duo will make their debut under the FURIA banner at IEM Cologne, scheduled to take place from July 26 to August 6. This highly anticipated event will provide FalleN and chelo with an opportunity to showcase their skills and demonstrate the team's potential to compete for tier-one titles once again.

Conclusion:

FalleN's decision to choose chelo over fer for FURIA's new lineup has generated significant buzz within the Brazilian CS:GO community. Despite fans' hopes for a reunion, FalleN's concerns regarding trust and fer's recent departure from Imperial led him to opt for chelo as his teammate. While disappointed, fer maintains a positive outlook, understanding the professional considerations behind the decision. As FURIA heads into IEM Cologne, all eyes will be on FalleN and chelo as they aim to make their mark and reignite their pursuit of tier-one titles in the CS:GO competitive scene.

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