Fnatic and KRIMZ Go Their Separate Ways After 10 Years Together

Fnatic and KRIMZ Go Their Separate Ways After 10 Years Together

5 Jun, 2026, 18:24

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Last updated: 5 Jun, 2026, 18:24

It is the kind of news that makes you stop scrolling and take a deep breath. Fnatic has officially parted ways with Freddy "KRIMZ" Johansson after more than a decade together, one of the longest and most storied player-organization partnerships in the history of Counter-Strike.

The Swedish rifler first joined the black-and-orange banner back in 2014, quickly becoming one of the most reliable riflers in the world. Aside from a brief two-month stint with GODSENT in late 2016, he never left. That chapter is now closed.

No Regrets

KRIMZ did not just survive at Fnatic. He thrived. His active stretch with the organization reached 3,511 consecutive days, the second-longest ever for a single organization in Counter-Strike, trailing only rain's run on FaZe by a mere 28 days. If you count both of his Fnatic periods combined, the total climbs to a staggering 4,288 days. That is not just longevity, that is loyalty.

The trophy cabinet tells the same story. KRIMZ walked away with over 20 international titles and five MVP awards across his career. He was part of the iconic Fnatic squad that steamrolled opponents and captured back-to-back Major championships at ESL One Katowice 2015 and ESL One Cologne 2015. He also helped the team take the IEM Katowice crown in 2018 and appeared at an incredible 17 CS Majors throughout his career, a number only a handful of players in the world can match.

The Bench Said Everything

The farewell did not come out of nowhere. Fnatic's 2026 results hit hard, and with the organization shifting toward a new direction, now building around a Ukrainian core, the writing was on the wall. KRIMZ moved to the bench while still under contract, but everyone understood what that meant. The club confirmed the split on June 4, 2026, and sent him off with a message that said it all: "Once Fnatic, always Fnatic."

KRIMZ himself posted an emotional farewell, acknowledging the end of a journey that shaped his entire adult life as a professional player. There was no bitterness, just respect, reflection, and a genuine sense that both sides gave everything they had.

Still Some Gas in the Tank

At 32 years old, KRIMZ still has gas in the tank. He remains one of the most disciplined and consistent riflers the game has ever seen, and the competitive scene will be watching to see where he lands next.

For Fnatic, the rebuild continues. For KRIMZ, a new page in his history has been turned and one thing is certain: Counter-Strike will not see another run quite like his on Fnatic for a very long time.


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