Streamer Yaroslav 'NS' Kuznetsov commented on the behaviour of Team Falcons players during official matches. According to the content creator, the esports athletes' "bad boy" image does not suit them. The quote was published on the LEGENDWP DOTA 2 channel on Telegram.
Kuznetsov remarked that Falcons seem to have agreed to constantly act provocatively, but he believes their behaviour is more off-putting than engaging. He compared them to a charismatic villain from films or books, who might be appealing despite being a villain, but noted that this is not the case with the Falcons. He feels that if they aim to portray themselves as bad guys, they come across as more irritating than intimidating. He expressed that their behaviour seems petty and schoolboyish rather than creating a cool "bad boy" image.
He noted that while players in CS often display larger-than-life personas, Dota 2 players do not come across the same way. Kuznetsov observed that seeing ATF flaunt in-game and then contrasting it with his real-life persona makes him wish the player would refrain from such antics. He acknowledged ATF's skill but suggested that it would be better if he avoided the additional showmanship.
Team Falcons players, including midlaner Stanislav 'Malr1ne' Potorak and offlaner Ammar 'ATF' Assaf, frequently engage in light-hearted banter in the general chat during official matches, often mocking opponents after unsuccessful ganks and in similar situations.