Falke Esports are still finding their footing in the 2026 Spring Split of the Liga Española de
League of Legends (
LES), coming off a tough 0–2 debut against
but showing clear signs of progress in their following series against
. Despite the results, the team has already demonstrated moments of strong early-game execution, hinting at a roster that may grow into a competitive force as the split goes on.
After the opening weeks of competition, Falke’s head coach Gregorio “
Shere” Santos Crespo reflects on the team’s development in this interview, touching on the challenges of building synergy in a newly formed roster, the balance between rookies and veterans, and the importance of establishing a clear identity. With crucial matches ahead against direct rivals like
Universitat de Barcelona and
, Falke are entering a key stretch of the split where results—and growth—will define their trajectory.
You started 0–2 against UCAM in your debut in the LES, both for several players and for you as a coach. How do you evaluate that start for the team?
Gregorio “Shere” Santos Crespo: “We can’t really say that what happened was a surprise. We were playing against, on paper, one of the best teams in the league. We knew it was going to be tough. As soon as we made a mistake, the game would get out of control, because these are teams that know how to play very well around their win conditions. The moment you slip up, they punish you heavily—they grab your arm and throw you to the ground. So it wasn’t a surprise. The important thing is to try to learn as much as possible from how they play to win games so cleanly and decisively, and that’s it—not overthink it too much.
Even so, yesterday we saw some progress, especially in the early minutes of the second map against Movistar KOI, where you got quite far ahead. What do you get from that series?
Shere: Above all, it’s reassuring. The fact that things are starting to click, that the guys go on stage with confidence and motivation. In the second map, after losing the first one as expected, we adjusted a few things in draft. The players came in mentally switched on, and we had those 10–12 minutes where we were like, “Damn, we’re here, we’re Falke, and we’ve come to compete in the LES”. So yeah, I’m happy. Now we need to figure out what allowed us to get advantages against teams that know how to play well, and how we can convert those advantages the way other teams do. It’s good material to work with, and honestly, we’re satisfied with what we showed. It’s not enough because we want to win, of course, but making progress is always positive, especially on a mental level.
There have been several changes in Falke since Kickoff, with you being one of them. How do you assess the team’s dynamics and synergy?
Shere: What all the guys have in common is that they want to work and give their best. That makes things relatively easy to put together. There hasn’t been much time to fully develop synergy or a completely shared vision, and sometimes there are some differences in opinion, but it hasn’t been an issue. It’s a good group. You’ve got players who are still learning and also more experienced ones. It’s about combining what the newer players bring with what the veterans contribute and making it work as well as possible.
What are veterans like and Víctor “Midnight” Caro bringing to the team? Do they contribute more vocally, perhaps?
Shere: Not so much in terms of communication, because for example, the botlane, which is made up of rookies, is very vocal. It’s not like the veterans have to carry communication. But it is true that when things get complicated, or we don’t know how to move forward, the veterans have more experience. In reviews or feedback, they can offer a different perspective based on what they’ve learned, and they bring that extra something that we sometimes lack. And then, both Midnight and Ethe absolutely hate losing—even in board games. They bring that level of demand: you can’t relax, they don’t want to feel like time is being wasted, and they’re always pushing. It’s something the whole roster shares. Everyone came in with a clear mindset and they’re all working very hard.
Looking ahead, your next match is against UB. How are you approaching this game? Is it one of those you have to win no matter what?
Shere: It’s no secret that both Universitat de Barcelona and LUA Gaming are the two most important matches for us right now. They’re where we really have to prove ourselves. We’re approaching it as a must-win game. I think we’re better, and we’re working to show it. Also, because of my history with some players—like Pauporter (Pau Vintró), who I played with at Universae Academy, or Xixauxas (Xavier Fluxà), who’s a veteran like me and gets called an “old man”—it adds a bit of extra spice.
What are your short-term goals? What can we expect from Falke Esports in the near future?
Shere: The season isn’t very long, so those matches are key to staying alive in the competition. Beyond that, we want to find a style, a direction where we’re all comfortable pulling in the same direction. To define ourselves more as a team, as a unit. We want the rookies to settle in, gain experience, and find their place, and for the veterans to feel comfortable and show what they know and how they want to play. We want to be seen playing as a team. That’s the goal, alongside winning. To build an identity that we’re slowly starting to see, like in the KOI match, and come out stronger for the next split with clearer ideas.
Falke Esports is one of the teams that recently joined the LES. What does the organization bring to you?
Shere: Falke is a new organization in the LES, but in VALORANT it already has a strong presence in the national scene. They’re providing us with structure and support as much as possible. It’s true they’re just starting in League of Legends, but whenever we’ve needed something, they’ve been there. Right now, we’re finding our place in the scene, both on the Rift and in terms of content. Little by little, people will get to know Falke.
Do you think there’s any player with the potential to move up to bigger teams in the future?
Shere: Honestly, I think any of the five. They’re young players with a lot of room to grow. People always say there’s no Spanish talent, but I think there is. It’s up to them to prove it. For example, we’ve already seen things like winning 2v2s against strong botlanes. Small details, but they add up. If they keep working and performing, any of them could find a spot on a top team. I don’t doubt any of them.
For those who don’t know you, can you summarize your career? Where do you come from?
Shere: I’ve worked on several European projects and also in LATAM for several years in Tier 2. I played in the Nordic leagues and in teams with players who later moved on to LEC academies. Then I had the opportunity to lead a Tier 1 team in LATAM (LRN) remotely. It’s normal that I’m not very well known in Spain since a large part of my career has been abroad, but I’ve been around for about eight years now, with enough experience.
Finally, any message for the fans or your players?
Shere: To the Falke fans—right now it’s a small fanbase, but it will grow—thank you for the support. We want to give you more wins and more reasons to be happy. Even if there aren’t many, it all adds up. At the end of the day, having 100 people supporting you is already a lot. And to my players: keep working the way you are. We’re not in an easy situation, it’s a tough split, but they’re giving it their all and that will pay off in the end.”
