Falcons are reportedly putting together a roster for 2025 that could redefine the Counter-Strike 2 esports landscape. With CS2 competition intensifying, the Saudi Arabian organization is allegedly making significant moves to secure a lineup that could dominate the scene. Sources indicate that Team Falcons is in talks to sign two of the game’s biggest stars: Oleksandr “s1mple” Kostyliev and Nikola “NiKo” Kovač, aiming to assemble one of the most star-studded teams in CS2 history. If these deals come through, Falcons could be gearing up to make an unprecedented impact in 2025.
Falcons’ ambitions are clear: they want to be at the pinnacle of CS2. Despite a rocky 2024 season marked by inconsistent results, the organization is determined to turn things around. The first step toward their goal is securing top-tier talent. British esports analyst Richard Lewis recently hinted on his YouTube podcast that Falcons are working to bring both s1mple and NiKo on board. Lewis compared this potential roster to having Messi and Ronaldo on the same soccer team, underscoring the monumental scale of the acquisition.
NiKo, known for his world-class skills, has long been on Falcons’ radar. Reports suggest that NiKo, currently a key player for G2 Esports, is close to joining Falcons on a lucrative three-year contract valued between $1 million and $1.2 million, starting in January 2025. This marks Falcon’s second attempt to sign NiKo after an initial offer in late 2023. If the deal goes through, NiKo could join forces with fellow superstars Emil “Magisk” Reif and Marco “Snappi” Pfeiffer, setting the stage for one of the most formidable lineups in the 2025 season.
S1mple, often hailed as the greatest Counter-Strike player of all time, is another key piece in Falcons’ grand plan. After a short break from professional play following the end of CS, rumors suggest that s1mple may be poised for a return. HLTV reports that s1mple could join Falcons as a substitute for Alvaro “SunPayus” Garcia in the AWP role, with the possibility of a permanent move in 2025. The Ukrainian star already has a history with Falcons, having briefly played for them during the 2024 BLAST Premier Spring Showdown.
As the 2025 season approaches, the Counter-Strike 2 community is eagerly anticipating whether Falcons can finalize these ambitious moves. Building a roster of this caliber comes with financial challenges, especially considering potential buyouts for top players. However, Falcons appear committed to making these deals happen, which could significantly shake up the competitive landscape. While no official confirmation has been made, the potential addition of s1mple and NiKo to Falcons would create a formidable challenge for other teams in 2025 and shift the balance of power in the CS2 scene.
