Erik ‘ztr’ Gustafsson, the Swedish captain of GamerLegion, expressed confidence after their convincing 2-0 win against 3DMAX at the IEM Melbourne 2025.

ztr: “We spoke about it a lot, that we needed to show that it was not us and that we don’t let one online qualifier define how good we are, you know?”

During the match, GamerLegion showcased their strength after previously disappointing performances in the Major Regional Qualifiers, where they ended up with a 1-3 record. This victory against 3DMAX was pivotal for the team’s morale. Gustafsson noted the importance of mental strength during challenging moments, particularly during online qualifiers which posed problems for the team.

Looking forward, ztr highlighted preparations for upcoming events, stating they aim for playoff stages in the following tournaments, including PGL Astana and IEM Dallas.