gafolo on the team’s mindset at the IEM Cologne Major: “Of course, we want to advance.”
Daria Ushakova
Sharks Esports captain Victor “gafolo” Andrade spoke in an interview at the IEM Cologne Major 2026 about the team’s mindset heading into the tournament, listed the IGLs he looks up to, and shared his expectations for the event.
On the team’s mindset at the IEM Cologne Major 2026
Obviously, we’re not the favorites, but in my opinion, we played well at the last tournament, which gave us a bit of confidence.
On playing style
It depends on the map and is a mix of everything at once. We watch matches from all Tier 1 and Tier 2 teams, but I can’t single out any specific team.
On favorite IGLs
Probably FalleN, Aleksib, and also one of the best IGLs—karrigan—and apEX.
On expectations for the Major
Whatever happens, happens. Of course, we want to go further by playing every match to the best of our ability.
The Sharks Esports team has one win and two losses in the first stage of the IEM Cologne Major 2026. Right now, the team is playing a match against TYLOO and risks being eliminated from the tournament if they lose.
Photo — Roman Imperium Cup.
Daria Ushakova
