FalleN on FURIA’s exit from FISSURE Playground 3: "I want to make the most of the time I have left"
Gabriel "FalleN" Toledo shared his thoughts on FURIA's exit from FISSURE Playground 3 and discussed the challenges facing the Brazilian roster. In an interview with HLTV.org, the veteran player addressed the team's performance, the physical toll of their travel schedule, and his own upcoming retirement from professional Counter-Strike 2.
The defeat to G2
FURIA concluded their run at FISSURE Playground 3 in the quarterfinals after a 0:2 series loss against G2. The match saw a competitive start on Ancient, where the Brazilians held a 11:7 lead but failed to secure the map. On Dust2, G2 demonstrated superior control, closing out the series with a 13:3 victory.
"We lost several important rounds on the first map. It could have gone our way, while on Dust2 they simply played much better than us," FalleN commented. He noted that securing the first map was essential to having a realistic chance in the series.
The veteran also reflected on their previous encounter with Legacy, noting that the opponent remains a difficult matchup. He suggested that FURIA could learn from the tactical execution shown by Legacy in their recent match.
Coordination and travel challenges
Regarding the team's competitive level, FalleN emphasized that while FURIA is close to winning trophies, they struggle with consistency and coordination. He pointed to suboptimal decision-making and misread situations in crucial rounds as the primary areas requiring improvement to reach a championship-winning level.
The physical demands of the current circuit were also highlighted. Following a trip from Paris to Porto and then to China, the team has faced a grueling travel schedule. While FalleN acknowledged that the trip to China was a positive decision for the organization, he admitted that constant weekly flights are physically taxing for the players.
Approaching retirement
With his professional career expected to conclude at the end of 2026, FalleN admitted to experiencing mixed emotions. He expressed a desire to balance his personal feelings about the end of his career with his professional responsibility to the team.
"I try to put my emotions aside and work as well as I can every day to help the team," he stated. "I want to make the most of this time and do everything in my power."
Following their 5th–6th place finish at FISSURE Playground 3, FURIA will head to Barcelona for the SL StarSeries Fall 2026 starting September 17. The tournament features an eight-team lineup and a $500,000 prize pool.
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