Quick Facts
- Region: Europe (Sweden)
- Active game: Counter-Strike 2
- Coach: Simon “Hawk” Vävinggren
- In-game leader: Simon “twist” Eliasson
- Identity: Swedish lineup focused on developing domestic talent and climbing B/C-tier circuits.
Current Roster & Roles
| Player | Role | Notes |
| Simon “twist” Eliasson | IGL / Rifler (CT anchor) | Mid-round calling focus; strong utility usage and site stabilization. |
| Sean “eraa” Knutsson | AWPer (star) | Measured aggression; consistent opening duels and late-round impact. |
| Arvid “avid” Åberg | Rifler (space/pack) | Reliable trading; thrives in structured mid-rounds. |
| Markus “upE” Johansson | Rifler (entry/flex) | Sets tempo; probes early-round space and creates pressure. |
| Alex “poiii” Nyholm Sundgren | Rifler (playmaker) | Newest addition; creative CT mid-rounds and clutch potential. |
Recent Form & Notable Results
Across late 2024 and 2025, Alliance have steadily improved via a Swedish core. The team has picked up online silverware and podiums at regional events, with measurable progress on LAN. With the summer 2025 additions bedding in, the trendline remains upward.
Playstyle: How Alliance Win Rounds
- Early round: eraa looks for controlled openings while upE pressures space to pull rotations.
- Mid-round: twist steers utility-efficient transitions and sets up avid for trades.
- Late-round: poiii’s CT initiative and crossfire discipline help close out marginal rounds.
Map Pool & Veto Tendencies
- Comfort picks: Inferno and Ancient show strong structure and post-plant cohesion.
- Study CS2 Inferno callouts and Ancient smokes.
- Swing maps: Nuke and Anubis are viable depending on opponent tendencies.
- Learn CS2 Nuke callouts and CS2 Anubis callouts.
- Weak spots: Dust II and Overpass can be exploited by fast mid splits or layered defaults.
- Review Dust 2 callouts and Overpass callouts.
- Hard avoid: Mirage is often deprioritized; if you’re practicing it, see Mirage callouts.
Player Snapshots (Last 3 Months)
- eraa (AWP): High opening kill impact; excels at denial lines in post-plants.
- avid (Rifle): Consistency engine; top-2 on the team for multi-kill rounds.
- twist (IGL): Above-average impact while calling; strong nade damage per round.
- poiii (Rifle): Emerging playmaker; positive entry attempts since joining.
- upE (Rifle): Developing entry/flex; focuses on space creation and info plays.
Strengths, Weaknesses & What to Watch
Strengths
- Elite AWP fundamentals from eraa.
- Disciplined utility and mid-round calling under twist.
- Ancient/Inferno structure with solid 2vX protocols.
Weaknesses
- Overpass coordination under stress.
- Dust II mid-round stalls vs fast mid splits.
- Experience gap in high-pressure LAN series.
What to Watch
- poiii’s integration across all CT sites as a playmaking rotator.
- upE’s entry success vs top-30 opposition.
- Whether Mirage remains a near-perma-ban or becomes serviceable.
Improve Like the Pros — Resources
Use these practical guides to train the same skills Alliance rely on:
- Map knowledge: CS2 maps overview
- Ranking & competitive: CS2 ranks explained, What is Premier?, How to rank up
- Practice & review: Practice commands, Replay commands, Demo controls
- Performance: Best sensitivity, Max FPS, Launch options, Video settings
- Callouts quick links: Inferno • Nuke • Anubis • Overpass • Mirage
- Utility & mechanics: AK spray pattern, Jump-throw bind, Crosshair guide
FAQ
Does Alliance still field a Swedish roster?
Yes, the active lineup and staff are Swedish as of August 2025.
Who is the IGL?
Simon “twist” Eliasson calls and anchors CT, enabling stars to play more freely.Which maps best showcase their style?
Start with Inferno and Ancient to see their spacing, utility layering, and AWP win conditions.
