RED Canids have placed their complete Counter-Strike 2 lineup on the transfer list, marking a dramatic overhaul following disappointing performances throughout 2026.
The Brazilian organisation has benched all five players—André “drop” Abreu, Richard “chayJESUS” Seidy, Kaue “kauez” Kaschuk, David “dav1deuS” Tapia Maldonado, and Renan “reNTU” Cardoso—alongside coach Gustavo “tge” Motta. The wholesale changes represent one of the most sweeping roster moves in the org’s recent history.
Promise Unfulfilled
The departing squad had demonstrated genuine potential during 2025, most notably securing qualification for the StarLadder Budapest Major 2025 Stage 1. Their Major campaign concluded with a close loss to FaZe Clan, showcasing both their ability to compete at elite level and their inability to capitalise on crucial moments.
RED Canids attempted to address weaknesses by bringing in dav1deuS at the start of 2026, followed by reNTU’s promotion in April. These roster adjustments failed to deliver the expected improvement in results.
Regional Struggles
The team’s 2026 highlight was qualifying for IEM Rio 2026, but they couldn’t convert that achievement into meaningful tournament progression or sustained international relevance. More concerning was their failure to establish South American dominance, falling short in regional competitions where they should have been contenders.
Inconsistent performances plagued the roster throughout the year. They struggled against both domestic rivals and international opposition, never finding the stability needed for championship runs.
Complete Reset
This represents RED Canids’ most dramatic roster move in recent memory. Previous changes targeted individual players after unsuccessful campaigns, but this full clearout signals a fundamental strategic shift towards complete reconstruction.
No replacement players have been announced. All six departing members are now exploring new opportunities, whilst RED Canids begins the search for an entirely new competitive foundation.
