FaZe has confirmed that Ryan ‘Neityu‘ Aubry will fill in for the team at several upcoming events after Finn ‘karrigan‘ Andersen’s departure.
The 20-year-old French rifler will play for FaZe at BLAST Rivals Fort Worth, IEM Atlanta, and Stake Ranked Episode 2. This is a big chance for him to compete at the top level of Counter-Strike 2.
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A Temporary FaZe Solution with Familiar Connections
Neityu joins FaZe soon after the team named Niclas ‘enkay J‘ Krumhorn as head coach. The two have worked together before at ENCE.
Their past connection likely influenced the decision, helping FaZe maintain some stability during roster changes.
From ENCE Bench to the Spotlight
Neityu comes to FaZe after spending some time on the sidelines. ENCE benched him in March as they decided to focus on Finnish players.
Even with that setback, the French rifler has solid experience:
- Spent ~18 months with ENCE
- Averaged a 1.06 rating during his tenure
- Previously developed through MOUZ NXT
His career shows steady progress from academy-level play to top-tier opportunities.
Twistzz Expected to Take the Reins
With Karrigan gone, Russel ‘Twistzz‘ Van Dulken is expected to take over as in-game leader while Neityu stands in.
It is still uncertain if this setup will last beyond the next events or if FaZe will look for a permanent in-game leader.
FaZe Debut Set against Natus Vincere
Neityu will make his first official appearance for FaZe at BLAST Rivals Fort Worth, where they will play Natus Vincere in their opening match on April 29.
This is a high-pressure debut against one of the world’s top teams, testing both Neityu’s skills and the team’s coordination right away.
What This Means for FaZe
Bringing in Neityu is a short-term solution for FaZe as they deal with roster changes. Even though he is a stand-in, how he plays in these events could affect future roster choices.
With a young and motivated rifler joining a team that still has top talent, FaZe’s results in the next events may decide if this change is temporary or becomes permanent.
