Everything about betting on Fnatic

The company is headed by Sam Mathews as the board chairman, while Wouter Sleijffers is the CEO. On the other hand, former Fnatic CS: GO star Patrik "cArn" Sättermon became the Chief Gaming Officer in 2012.

Over the years, Team Fnatic has leveraged its strategic partnerships to push its brand by creating eSports legends, eSports pro gear, and cementing an eSports culture globally. The company has partnered with AMD, Hisense, OnePlus, Twitch, BMW, LeTou, PCSpecialist, Monster Energy, and Jack Link's—alongside past sponsors like SteelSeries and MSI. A 2020 report on Forbes estimated its worth to be in the region of $120 million (approximately KSh 15,504,600,000), generating approximately $16 million (approximately KSh 2,067,280,000) annually.

Sasa! Team Fnatic is now a multi-division eSports juggernaut, active in over seven major game titles. So far, the organisation has made over $17 million (approximately KSh 2,196,415,000) and held the record as the 3rd most-watched western esports team in 2020. With 33 million+ followers on social media, Fnatic is a household name in global and Kenyan gaming circles—whether you’re grinding FIFA at your local cyber or cheering on League squads in the Kenya Esports League.

FNC first jumped into competitive gaming in 2006 after acquiring a World of Warcraft (WoW) team featuring Vo0, TooGood, and Ztrider. They dominated top-tier WoW finals, bagging three titles, then expanded into DotA in 2007—kicking off Fnatic’s rapid rise as an esports powerhouse.

Mambo! Here’s Fnatic’s current lineup across genres—from MOBAs to shooters:

• League of Legends – Martin "Wunder" Nordahl Hansen, Iván "Razork" Martín Díaz, Marek "Humanoid" Brázda, Elias "Upset" Lipp, Zdravets "Hylissang" Iliev Galabov, Yasin "Nisqy" Dinçer
• CS: GO – Freddy "KRIMZ" Johansson, Ludvig "Brollan" Brolin, Owen "Smooya" Butterfield, Alexander "ALEX" McMeekin, William "Mezii" Merriman
• Valorant – James "Mistic" Orfila, Jake "Boaster" Howlett, Nikita "Derke" Sirmitev, Martin "Magnum" Peňkov, Andrew "BraveAF" Gorchakov
• Dota 2 – Ng "ChYuan" Kee Chyuan, Marc Polo Luis "Raven" Fausto, Djardel Jicko B. "DJ" Mampusti, Anucha "Jabz" Jirawong, Kam "Moon" Boon Seng
• Rainbow Six: Siege – Etienne "Mag" Rousseau, Jason "Lusty" Chen, Patrick "MentalistC" Fan
• Halo – Torez "Envore" Broyles, Juliano "Sceptify" Sadiku, Chase "SuperCC" Cavuto, Joey "Juziro" Bartholomay
• FIFA – Diogo "Diogo" Mendes, Donovan "Tekkz" Hunt

Previously, Fnatic fielded teams in Clash Royale, Smite, ShootMania Storm, PUBG, and Heroes of the Storm.

Poa! Esports betting in Kenya is booming, riding on the back of football favourites like Man Utd and Arsenal in the EPL. But Fnatic is the go-to choice when you browse international betting sites internetbettingsites org or top esports betting sites.

Dominance in esports

Fnatic rarely lets punters down. Named Most Innovative Gaming Company of 2021, FNC has a legacy of clutch plays and consistent lineups—making them a safe pick if you’re hunting esports predictions or CS: GO predictions on an esports betting app.

Multi-division esports team

Whether you back MOBAs, shooter games, or sports sims, Fnatic has you covered. They’re live in all the competitive tournaments[1], including tier-1 leagues, so sites for betting on Fnatic offer tonnes of markets from match winner to map handicaps.

Dafabet partnership

In 2015, Fnatic struck a multi-year deal with Dafabet, opening its brand to Dafabet’s huge player base. On the best betting sites in Kenya, you’ll see Fnatic odds front and centre—just another reason they top esports and gambling polls.

Fnatic only rolls with the best. Achana na mimi if you haven't heard of these legends:

• Donovan "Tekkz" Hunt – At just 20, Tekkz has 11 FIFA titles, including four Championships and the eChampions League.
• Freddy "KRIMZ" Johansson – Legendary Swedish CS: GO rifler, consistent MVP-level performer since 2014.
• Jason "Lusty" Chen (Rainbow Six Siege), James "Mistic" Orfila (Valorant), Torez "Envore" Broyles (Halo), Marc Polo Luis "Raven" Fausto (Dota 2), Martin "Wunder" Nordahl Hansen (League of Legends).

Established back in 2004, FNC is among the oldest eSports teams. It has participated in over 990 tournaments, earning over $17 million (approximately KSh 2,196,415,000) as of 28/08/2024.

7× LEC Titles

Fnatic’s League of Legends roster boasts seven LEC crowns. Season 1 Championship win earned them $50,000 prize money (approximately KSh 6,460,250), beating squads like Team SoloMid and Epik Gamer.

3× Global Offensive Majors

In CS: GO, Fnatic nabbed three Majors:

• DreamHack Winter 2013: $100,000 prize money (approximately KSh 12,920,500) vs Ninjas in Pyjamas
• ESL One Katowice 2015: $100,000 prize money (approximately KSh 12,920,500) vs Ninjas in Pyjamas
• ESL One Cologne 2015: $100,000 prize money (approximately KSh 12,920,500) vs Team EnVyUs

2× Six Masters Titles

In Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege:

• Six Masters 2018 (Australia): $10,636.34 (approximately KSh 1,374,115.39) vs NORA-Rengo
• Six Masters 2019 (Australia): $13,473.39 (approximately KSh 1,740,837.53) vs 0RGL3SS

They’ve also lifted Pro League and Invitational trophies in APAC.

1× eChampions League

Fnatic’s marksman Tekkz took the eChampions League 2020 Invitational in FIFA, plus top finishes in FIFA Global Series and FUT Champions Cups.

Interested in esports betting? Here’s the lowdown:

Getting Started

1. Pick an esports betting site with BCLB licensing—look for a valid Betting Control and Licensing Board badge in the footer.
2. Check the odds and markets for the divisions you fancy. Whether it’s League of Legends predictions or Valorant tips, compare odds on odds comparators.
3. Top up via M-Pesa or Airtel Money—Kenya’s go-to mobile payment methods for online gambling real money.

Tips for Kenyan bettors

• Follow Fnatic on social media to catch roster swaps and hot streaks—this boosts your chances when placing live bets.
• Try out demo bets to get a feel on your esports betting app before staking big.
• Balance your bankroll: split funds between favourites like Fnatic and underdog picks in Dota 2 or Rainbow Six Siege.
• Keep an eye on local LAN events like the Kenya Gaming Freaks Festival for up-and-coming talent.

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[^1]: Fnatic competes in all major competitive tournaments, from regional leagues to global finals.