Brazilian organization Imperial Valkyries has announced the end of its partnership with Zeinab “zAAz” Turkie, who had represented the team since January 2024. The player, who previously played under the Nigma Galaxy banner, moved to the new structure with her teammates in May 2024, but is now embarking on a new stage in her career.
Details of the split
During her time with Imperial Valkyries, zAAz achieved significant success, including winning titles at ESL Impact League Seasons 5 and 6, as well as participating in the qualifying stages of IEM Katowice and PGL Cluj-Napoca. However, in the seventh season of ESL Impact, the team suffered its first defeat, losing to FURIA fe in the semifinals — the last tournament for zAAz as part of the team. This result was a turning point in the decision to part ways.
Statistics for the Last Six Months
Over the past six months, from January to June 2025, zAAz has demonstrated the following performance: her average score was 5.7, reflecting her contribution to the team's results. Her average number of kills was 0.64 per round, while her deaths were slightly higher at 0.77, indicating a certain balance in her gameplay. Her average damage dealt reached 74.17 units, demonstrating her ability to effectively damage opponents. These figures highlight her unconsistency in a difficult period for the team.
Changes in the lineup
After zAAz's departure, Imperial Valkyries has four active players left:
The player hinted at her intention to take a break to prepare for new achievements, promising fans to keep them informed of her plans in the future. Her experience and results make her an attractive candidate for other teams on the CS2 women's scene, so fans are eagerly awaiting her next move.
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