m0NESY on the IEM Cologne Major 2026 final: “Our team will take the stage with complete confidence in our abilities.”
Team Falcons sniper Ilya “m0NESY” Osipov spoke in an interview at the IEM Cologne Major 2026 following their victory over Team Spirit, discussed changes in his team’s gameplay, and shared his thoughts on the tournament final against FURIA.
On the victory over Team Spirit
I’m happy about the win. It was a very tense match. We made quite a few risky decisions that could have backfired, but everything worked out. karrigan is a true magician. When he pulls off some unconventional plays, you always believe they’ll work.
On changes in Team Falcons’ gameplay
Perhaps karrigan’s arrival has influenced our style of play. Every move on the map depends on his calls. Now we play more freely than before. Our team is also working hard to address our weaknesses—I think that’s why our results have improved. I like the way we’re playing right now. I love causing chaos.
On the IEM Cologne Major 2026 Final Against FURIA
We’ll see how things play out on the server. The outcome of the final will depend on what each team prepares against their opponents. However, we’ll definitely go into this match fully prepared. I think that’s the most important thing. Our team will take the stage with complete confidence in our abilities.
Team Falcons defeated Team Spirit 2-1 in maps during the IEM Cologne Major 2026 playoffs. m0NESY’s team advanced to the tournament final, where they will face FURIA—this match will take place today, June 21, at 6:00 p.m. Moscow time.
