Falcons continue their journey at IEM Melbourne, and after defeating MOUZ, Danny “zonic” Sørensen’s team has advanced to the grand final. In an interview with DFRAG, the head coach shared his thoughts on the team’s performance, the adaptation of new player Ilya “m0NESY” Osipov, and the upcoming decisive match.
New horizons for Falcons and the road to the grand final
The addition of m0NESY to the Falcons roster happened right before the tournament, and the team had only one day to practice. Despite the limited preparation, Falcons managed to demonstrate a high level of play by defeating the powerful MOUZ team in the semifinals. Zonic himself noted that focusing on their own game rather than the opponents was a key factor in their success.
“We had only one day of practice before the tournament, so everything happened, so to speak, on the fly. We focused more on ourselves than on our opponents, I would say.”
This quote highlights the Falcons’ philosophy at the tournament — concentrating on their own progress and internal synergy rather than spending time preparing specifically for opponents. This approach allowed them to remain flexible, better integrate the new player, and deliver stable performances despite the minimal practice time.
Zonic on m0NESY’s Brilliance and the Battle Ahead
One of zonic’s most striking quotes:
“m0NESY is a phenomenal player, one of the best, if not the best right now.”
This statement reflects the coach’s immense belief in the potential of the new player. He also emphasized m0NESY’s impressive ability to quickly adapt to the team structure, despite the enormous volume of new information. Zonic pointed out that thanks to his experience playing alongside NiKo at G2, the young talent became more independent and better at making decisions.
Another important point from the coach concerns the upcoming confrontation with Vitality:
“They really want to win the Grand Slam. I know them — I worked with them before — and it’s their top priority.”
This shows zonic’s deep understanding of the opponent’s mindset and prepares Falcons for an extremely tense match.
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Lessons from Zonic: The Keys to Success on the Big Stage
This interview clearly shows that Falcons are in a phase of formation but are already demonstrating maturity and professionalism. Zonic, as a coach, conveys confidence and calmness to his team, understanding the importance of every moment.
What is especially impressive is how quickly the team managed to integrate the new player without a serious drop in the quality of their play. This speaks to the high level of mutual understanding within the team and the professionalism of all its members.
Adaptability and Stability: Falcons’ Formula for Success
Zonic’s words highlight the main conclusion: success at major tournaments is achieved through adaptability, internal stability, and faith in each player. This interview can inspire other teams to remain flexible in challenging situations and focus on their own growth instead of paying excessive attention to opponents.
Moreover, the anticipation of the grand final against Vitality adds even more intrigue to the last match of the tournament, as the battle will be not only for the title but also for Vitality’s Grand Slam.
