FURIA: art talks about Fallen's leadership

FURIA: art talks about Fallen's leadership

Andre Guaraldo

21 Jun, 2023, 20:01

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Last updated: 11 Apr, 2025, 18:00

The competitive eSports scene is always on the move, with teams constantly striving to improve their strategies and find the winning formula. The renowned Brazilian team, FURIA, is no exception to this pursuit of excellence.

Amidst the intense preparations for the IEM Cologne 2023, FURIA surprised the community with a significant change in their team dynamics.

FalleN, o
FalleN, the "godfather of Brazilian CS:GO", arrives at Fúria to gain Brazil's prominence in the competitive scene (credits: Furia)

In this article, we'll delve into the remarkable transition happening within FURIA, as Gabriel "FalleN" Toledo takes on the role of captain, replacing the charismatic Andrei "arT" Piovezan.

Furia's "Game-Changing" Decision

The decision to shift the captaincy in FURIA was no hasty move; instead, it was a carefully considered and natural progression. According to arT, the transition to FalleN as captain not only allows him to focus more on his individual performance but also provides valuable in-game support:

"I think it's something that will help me a lot in-game. I really like to give ideas, to participate, so the process was smooth, with a lot of hard work and ideology to adjust, but that's training. It will come with time." - arT

ArT's ability to contribute ideas and actively participate in the team's strategy remains an essential asset, making the change in leadership a natural evolution for the team.

arT, um dos jogadores mais agressivos do cenário, reconhece o valor da liderança de FalleN e de seu impacto no elenco (créditos: Dreamhack)
arT, one of the most aggressive players in the scene, recognizes the value of FalleN's leadership and his impact on the roster (credits: Dreamhack)

A Bold, Aggressive Style Stays Strong

ArT is known for his aggressive gameplay and how he carves paths for the team even in tough situations. With the recent change, he emphasizes that he will continue with this style, even with the added weight of leadership now on FalleN's shoulders:

"I won't change my style because I often take on the entry role." - arT

His confidence in his individual performance and leadership by example is crucial in maintaining FURIA's unique gameplay identity and facing their opponents with fearless determination.

Furia's Path to Success in IEM Cologne 2023

As the debut of the new line-up in IEM Cologne 2023 approaches, FURIA's level of training is outstanding. ArT makes it clear that the team's confidence is high, and they want to make their mark in the championship:

"We're training a lot because we really want to make things happen. We're very confident with the team. We know that training doesn't mean everything, but we'll show in the championship what we've been working on. It's going to be awesome. You'll enjoy it." - arT

With the awareness that training is just the beginning, FURIA is eager to demonstrate the dedication they've poured into their pursuit of success. Fans can expect an even more exciting and unified team, ready to shine on the global CS:GO stage.

IEM Cologne 2023 será a chance de arT, Fallen e toda a equipe da Furia mostrarem os primeiros resultados da nova line-up (créditos: ESL)
IEM Cologne 2023 will be the chance for arT, Fallen and the entire Furia team to show the first results of the new line-up (credits: ESL)

Conclusion

In a nutshell, IEM Cologne 2023 promises to be an emotional tournament, also featuring elite teams competing for glory and a generous prize pool of $1 million up for grabs. Additionally, the champion secures a coveted spot in the prestigious IEM Katowice 2024, adding extra incentive to the competition.

With FalleN as the new captain, FURIA undeniably becomes an even more formidable force. The Brazilian fans excitement to celebrate another successful chapter in FURIA's competitive journey is undeniable.

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