Best Angelo Counters in Brawl Stars 2026
The top brawlers that beat Angelo in 2026 — by real win rate.
Angelo is a top-tier, meta-defining pick in Brawl Stars 2026, sitting at A-tier with a live win rate of 55% and a pick rate of 19%. As a Epic Marksman, Angelo is currently trending down (-1.4 over 7 days). It shines most in high-trophy and ranked lobbies, where players can lean on its core strengths and map control. If you want to climb with Angelo, prioritise favourable maps and modes, trade only with an advantage, and exploit its class identity as a marksman to dictate the pace of every fight.
Top 3 counters to Angelo
- 1
A55.4%Lou
Controller with a 55.4% win rate — punishes a marksman like Angelo.
- 2
A55.3%Poco
Support with a 55.3% win rate — punishes a marksman like Angelo.
- 3
A55%Squeak
Controller with a 55% win rate — punishes a marksman like Angelo.
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How to counter Angelo — tips
- ✦Close the distance fast through bushes and walls
- ✦Draft Lou and lean on the "Supercool" Star Power — it is the most consistent answer to Angelo (55.4% win rate in the matchup).
- ✦Force them off their sightlines with throwers or area damage
- ✦Save "Ice Block" for the moment Angelo tries to land its Super — it cuts the key window.
- ✦Bait Angelo's "Stinging Flight" from behind cover before you commit; that Gadget is its fastest answer when losing a trade.
- ✦Against Angelo (A-tier, 55%), the key is denying space: every wall or bush you own reduces its effectiveness as a marksman.
What Angelo counters
Angelo counters FAQ
Who is the best counter to Angelo?
Lou is currently the strongest counter to Angelo, with a 55.4% win rate in the matchup. Close behind are Lou, Poco, Squeak. These picks exploit a marksman's weaknesses and win most direct trades.
Why is Angelo hard to beat?
Angelo is a Epic Marksman with a 55% overall win rate and a 19% pick rate. Its kit lets it control space and punish positioning mistakes, so you need brawlers that break its range or its core mechanic.
How do I play against Angelo in ranked?
Respect its effective range, bait its gadgets and super before committing, and group with your team to force trades with a numbers advantage. Draft Lou, Poco, Squeak when possible and play around map cover to minimise its damage.
