F_1N looking for new team

Former Virtus.pro Counter-Strike 2 coach Ivan "F_1N" Kochugov has announced that he is looking for a new team as a free agent. The 42-year-old Russian esports athlete shared the news via his X social media account.

Hello everyone, just a reminder that i am being a free agent ATM. Looking for - Head coach / Assistant coach , opened for worldwide/CIS offers. I believe my knowledge of CS with 20+ years experience can be a great asset to many teams and players.

I am ready to devote all my free time to the development of the team, of course i can come to bootcamps, be with the team 24/7; as assistant coach I am confident that I can pass on my experience to the players by working individually with them and develop their strengths.

Kochugov departed Virtus.pro in November last year after working with the roster since April 2025. According to the official statement at the time, F_1N "made the decision to step down from his position as the team's coach". Prior to that, he coached PARIVISION. In January 2026, he joined SPARTA, but left the team just two months later.

Origin: x.com