FaZe Sweeps illwill 2-0 at HLC Belgrade Pro

FaZe Clan delivered a commanding performance at the HLC Belgrade Pro on April 5, 2026, securing a decisive 2-0 victory over illwill in their best-of-three series. The European powerhouse wasted no time asserting their dominance, taking the first map, Inferno, with a comfortable 16-9 scoreline. They followed this up with another strong showing on Nuke, closing out the series 16-12. While illwill showed flashes of potential and attempted to mount comebacks, FaZe's tactical depth and individual prowess proved too much to handle, leading to a clean sweep that underscored their championship aspirations.

The series saw multiple impressive individual plays, but the consistent firepower of FaZe's Håvard 'broky' Rask stood out, earning him our Player of the Match honors. broky was instrumental on both maps, particularly on Inferno, where his aggressive AWPing broke illwill's defenses multiple times. His critical multi-kill rounds not only secured pivotal advantages but also consistently stifled illwill's attempts to build momentum. His unwavering impact across key rounds was a significant factor in FaZe's ability to maintain control and ultimately close out both maps with confidence.

This 2-0 victory is a crucial step for FaZe Clan in the HLC Belgrade Pro tournament. With this win, FaZe significantly strengthens their position within their group, solidifying their path towards the knockout stages. The maximum points gained from a clean sweep are vital in a competitive field, putting them in an excellent spot to secure a top seed. For illwill, however, this loss makes their journey considerably harder. They will need to regroup and perform exceptionally well in their remaining matches to keep their playoff hopes alive, facing an uphill battle to recover from this early setback at such a prestigious event.