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LECSignificant Roster Changes Rock EMEA and Asian League of Legends Teams
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Major roster adjustments have occurred across multiple regions, with teams like SPXF and BRO.A making notable signings while others bid farewell to key players.
Several teams across the EMEA and Asian League of Legends circuits announced significant roster changes on January 21, impacting their competitive outlooks for the upcoming season.
In the EMEA region, SPXF revamped its lineup, bringing in top laner Busvicke, jungler Kenrix, and support Tyrant, while parting ways with top laner Fakey, jungler latiosin, and support maidenless55. This shift aims to bolster their synergy ahead of the new competitions, as the new additions are expected to inject fresh talent into the squad.
S2G made headlines by extending the contracts of head coach Zetsu and assistant coach astr0less until November 2026, signaling their commitment to long-term planning. Meanwhile, EWI updated mid laner Relative's contract, ensuring a strong backbone for their roster through 2026.
Chinese team NIP has opted for a significant roster shake-up by removing top laner Alley from their GCD, indicating a search for new talent or strategies as they prepare for the next season. Conversely, TT has solidified its ranks by extending mid laner Heru's contract until September 2026, ensuring stability in their mid-lane position.
BRO.A welcomed a host of new players, including top laner Nonnein, jungler Howl, mid laner Tobe, bot laner Sebin, and support EuReka. The team’s overhaul resulted in the departure of top laner Specter, jungler WonSeok, mid laner Hinata, and bot laner revenge, suggesting a complete rethinking of their roster dynamics.
On the Brazilian front, GLE confirmed that bot laner Strensh will remain with the team for the 2026 season, a strategic move as they look to build on their existing roster.
Further movements in EMEA saw PRT welcoming mid laner NikiBombka, bot laner Drzemik, and support tici, while saying goodbye to Slide, Pooya, Luknom, and top laner Krosak. This influx of new talent aims to reinvigorate their competitive edge.
With additional changes across MCK.A, KHK, ESB, WE, UP, and PXS, the ongoing roster shifts reflect a rapidly changing landscape in the League of Legends competitive scene, as teams adjust their strategies and improve their setups in pursuit of success.
