FaZe Clan have officially announced the end of their collaboration with head coach Filip “NEO” Kubski. The Polish specialist leaves the team after nearly three years, with the roster’s analyst set to take over his role on a temporary basis.
The CS 1.6 era
Filip “NEO” Kubski is one of the most iconic figures in Counter-Strike history. As a player, he became a legend during the CS 1.6 era and later transitioned into coaching, where he had the opportunity to work with top teams on the modern scene.
His move to FaZe Clan’s coaching staff marked an important stage for the organization, which aimed to stabilize results after a series of roster changes. During this time, the team went through several phases — from strong performances to inconsistent results in the new Counter-Strike 2 era.
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What is known about the changes
The organization thanked NEO for his contribution to the team’s development, highlighting his work, dedication, and time spent with the roster. The statement emphasized that he will remain an important part of the club’s history.
Temporarily, the role of head coach will be taken over by:
Dominik “GruBy” Swiderski — team analyst
He will lead the roster during the transition period while the organization determines its future direction regarding the coaching staff.
Context of the decision
The decision to change the head coach comes at an important moment in the season. FaZe Clan continue to fight for consistent results and ranking positions that directly impact invitations to key tournaments. Coaching changes ahead of major events are often an attempt to reset team dynamics, rethink preparation approaches, and quickly adapt to the evolving meta in Counter-Strike 2. It is expected that the upcoming matches will show how effective this decision will be in the short term.
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Speed of adaptation
The departure of Filip “NEO” Kubski closes an important chapter in the history of FaZe Clan.
The team now enters a period of transition where the key factor will be the speed of adaptation and the choice of a new coaching direction. The upcoming tournaments will determine whether this decision becomes a turning point for the roster.
