Professional CS2 players and coaches reacted to Team Falcons' victory at the IEM Cologne Major 2026 by posting on social media X. The main characters of the reactions were Nikola "NiKo" Kovač, who won his first major in his career, and captain Finn "karrigan" Andersen.
Team Vitality captain Dan "apEX" Madeskler noted the contribution of the entire Falcons roster:
Well deserved, Falcons! It took time, Mr. NiKo, but it is absolutely deserved — you are a damn legend of this game. I knew karrigan would make them stronger in tough moments, and he proved it again. Special respect to my brother zonic, as always. And congratulations to m0NESY, kyousuke, and TeSeS.
BC.Game Esports sniper Alexander "s1mple" Kostylev stated that NiKo has long deserved such an achievement.
Coach Luka "emi" Vuković called Kovač the main person deserving of victory at the major:
There is no player in this world who deserved to win a major more than NiKo. A true example of a person who never gave up on his dream. Incredible calmness and composure throughout the tournament. Just amazing. Great job, my brother!
Let us remind you that Team Falcons defeated FURIA Esports in the final of the IEM Cologne Major 2026 with a score of 3:0 and became the major champion for the first time in the club's history. m0NESY was recognized as the tournament MVP.
