Swedish player and MOUZ captain Ludvig “Brollan” Brolin gave an interview to HLTV shortly after defeating The MongolZ in the semi-finals of IEM Dallas 2025. In the conversation, Brollan shared his impressions of the match, praised his teammates — particularly torzsi and Spinx — and reacted emotionally to the unexpected behavior of the American audience in the arena.
MOUZ Reach the IEM Dallas Final – Brollan Surprised by Crowd Reaction
MOUZ advanced to the grand final of IEM Dallas without dropping a single map. In the semi-final, they overcame The MongolZ, although the Inferno map nearly slipped away from them. Brollan noted that the main issues were two lost anti-eco rounds and several poor decisions in the second half. Nevertheless, the team managed to recover and confidently closed out the match.
The captain gave special credit to the performances of torzsi and Spinx. According to Brollan, their strong individual showings were key in the victories over Falcons and Liquid. He also pointed out that MOUZ have started closing out games quicker than before, which he attributes to improved preparation and a deeper map pool.
Still, one of the most striking moments came from the crowd’s reaction. Brollan was genuinely surprised that the audience cheered for The MongolZ and booed MOUZ:
“It was really weird when we entered and they started booing us. It was a bit sad, but we didn’t really pay attention to it.”
He said it didn’t affect their performance in-game, but it definitely left a strange impression.
To close out the interview, Brollan commented on the upcoming final against either Vitality or Falcons. He said he doesn’t have a preference between the two opponents but admitted that the motivation to end Vitality’s winning streak is a strong incentive for MOUZ.
Brollan’s Leadership Through Pressure and Challenges
This interview reveals Brollan not only as the captain of a young and ambitious team, but also as a player with a deep understanding of team dynamics and the mental side of competition. His response to the booing crowd was composed yet honest — a reminder of the human side of professional esports, where even successful players face emotional challenges. His emphasis on teamwork, the contributions of torzsi and Spinx, and the team’s preparation reflects his solid grasp of the captain’s role.
Ready for the Final Fight
Brollan confirms that MOUZ are on the rise, showing both consistent form and mental resilience. Despite the unexpected reaction from the crowd, the team stayed focused and is ready to fight for the title. Regardless of who they face in the grand final, MOUZ — especially under the leadership of their captain — look highly motivated.
Source: hltv.org
