Major Roster Overhaul Across Multiple Regions in League of Legends

On January 14, the League of Legends esports scene witnessed a notable wave of roster changes affecting teams from Brazil, EMEA, and APAC. These adjustments hint at strategic pivots as teams gear up for the upcoming split.

FVN's head coach, ZURDitw, announced his retirement, leaving a gap in leadership for the Brazilian team. Meanwhile, DCG has rebranded as POP9 in a move some speculate is intended to refresh their competitive identity.

Over in EMEA, AOMA made significant contracts updates, with top laner Smurfe and support Urban securing extensions until March 2026. The team also updated contracts for jungler Dome and mid laner Artoria, which now extend to June 2026. However, AOMA also saw coach Danno and analyst dragoist transition to their sister team, A One Man Army Prime, marking a notable staff shuffle.

KC updated contracts for key players, including top laner Canna and support Busio, both locked in until November 2027. Busio's residency has officially shifted from North America to EMEA, reflecting a strategic commitment to the European scene.

The Brazilian region is not left untouched, with LOS announcing contract updates for several players, including top laner Zest and jungler Drakehero, all set until late 2026. PXS welcomed a new roster with new contracting players such as top laner Tublas and jungler Giomatic, signaling a fresh start in the Brazilian league.

Other significant movements include changes at ANB, where a host of new players joined, including top laner Color and jungler Shanks2. The reshuffling is complemented by team adjustments across various roles, from head coaches to performance coaches, indicating a focus on revitalizing team compositions.

As the competitive season approaches, these roster alterations highlight the ongoing strategic realignments teams are adopting to enhance their performances in a rapidly evolving League of Legends landscape.