LECAPACBRJanuary 10, 2026Major Roster Reshuffles Across EMEA Region Ahead of Competitive Season
TL;DR
A wave of roster changes has swept through the EMEA League of Legends scene, with several teams making significant adjustments to their lineups. Notably, SPXF has bolstered its roster, while BKR and ES see key departures.
January 10 marked a significant day for the EMEA League of Legends landscape, as numerous teams announced roster changes in preparation for the upcoming competitive season.
SPXF made a substantial move by signing a fresh lineup that includes top laner Fakey, jungler latiosin, mid laner Dyego, bot laner ViperLifeEsports, and support maidenless55. This revamped roster aims to elevate SPXF's performance after a challenging previous season, with hopes that the new talent can bring a stronger synergy and competitive edge.
In contrast, BKR has experienced a shakeup, parting ways with several key players. Top laner Szygenda, jungler XnS, bot laner Booshi, and coach Craft1x have all departed the organization. Despite these losses, BKR has secured updated contracts for its remaining roster, including top laner Boda, jungler Jeykup, mid laner Sayn, bot laner UNF0RGIVEN, and coach just jon, who will continue through November 2026.
ES is another team feeling the impact of the roster shuffle, with head coach Timmi Bey stepping down. Meanwhile, contracts for top laner Leny, jungler CRoNiiK, mid laner xKenzuke, bot laner Avra, support Mxe, and coach Pretty have been updated, ensuring their presence in the lineup until late 2026.
Over at IJC, the coaching staff remains stable while key players like top laner Badlulu, mid laner Dajor, and bot laner Soldier see their contracts renewed. Conversely, GZ and DCG have also updated their coaching contracts, showing commitment to their leadership moving forward.
These changes come amid increasing competition in the EMEA region, with teams striving to improve their standings and establish dominance in the league. As the dust settles on these roster moves, fans will anticipate how each team’s new roster will perform in the upcoming season.
