The Dota 2 competitive landscape experienced a seismic shift yesterday. On September 6, 2026, Team Falcons officially announced they are parting ways with their entire Dota 2 roster and stepping back from the esport entirely.
A Strategic Shift Away from Dota 2
The organization released a formal announcement, where Falcons leadership explained that following a strategic review of their roadmap for 2026 and beyond, their global focus is shifting toward expanding ecosystems that offer greater strategic alignment and long term operational sustainability.
The Legacy of a Championship Roster
This decision marks the dissolution of one of the most formidable and stable lineups in recent Dota 2 history. The celebrated roster featured Oliver “skiter” Lepko, Stanislav “Malr1ne” Potorak, Ammar “ATF” Al-Assaf, Andreas “Cr1t-” Nielsen, and Jingjun “Sneyking” Wu, all expertly guided by head coach Kurtis “Aui_2000” Ling.
Together, this squad completely dominated the professional circuit. Their peak arrived at The International 2025 in Hamburg, where they lifted the coveted Aegis of Champions after a breathtaking 3 to 2 victory over Xtreme Gaming in the grand finals. They also secured multiple major tournament victories during their incredibly successful tenure under the Falcons banner. However, the team could not fully replicate their ultimate success at The International 2026, concluding their run with a 7th and 8th place finish.
Looking Ahead to Free Agency
As these superstar players step into free agency, they are looking back on their achievements with immense pride. ATF publicly shared his favorite memories of their legendary tournament wins, and skiter described the entire ride with the organization as truly unforgettable.
In their post on Twitter, Team Falcons emphasized that they remain endlessly proud of what the roster built together. The organization has pledged to actively support the players, coaches, and staff as they transition to their next career opportunities. As the annual post tournament roster shuffle begins, all eyes in the Dota 2 community are now on these six champions to see exactly where they will take their talents next.
