Shakhtar vs Craсovia: players’ opinion
Sunday, January 22, 2017
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The Donetsk side players reflect on a friendly match with Cracovia
Oleksandr Zubkov, Shakhtar forward:
- I think, we played quite well as for the debut match, with most of us having spent one half on the pitch and moving well against the backdrop of a little fatigue. Of course, it is always nice to gain the upper hand, including, while at the training camp. The lads give their all in every training session, so the victory is very important psychologically. Gradually, the team are getting into shape. We had a great training camp to round it off on an optimistic note. Now, we are coming back to Kyiv for a couple of days, and after taking a rest, with renewed vigour, we are to leave for Portugal.
- I think, we played quite well as for the debut match, with most of us having spent one half on the pitch and moving well against the backdrop of a little fatigue. Of course, it is always nice to gain the upper hand, including, while at the training camp. The lads give their all in every training session, so the victory is very important psychologically. Gradually, the team are getting into shape. We had a great training camp to round it off on an optimistic note. Now, we are coming back to Kyiv for a couple of days, and after taking a rest, with renewed vigour, we are to leave for Portugal.
It’s a bit difficult to adjust to the Pitmen’s style, because the Brazilian teams play different football. However, day by day, I am picking up the form and getting used to Paulo Fonseca’s demands
Alan Patrick, Shakhtar midfielder:
- It’s a bit difficult to adjust to the Pitmen’s style, because the Brazilian teams play different football. However, day by day, I am picking up the form and getting used to Paulo Fonseca’s demands. I am very delighted to have won today's match, but we should not rest on our laurels and continue in the same vein. Now, we are expected to have the training camp in Portugal, where we will work on our tactical skills. I am happy to be part of Shakhtar once again, longing to be helpful and trying my hardest to do everything in power.
- It’s a bit difficult to adjust to the Pitmen’s style, because the Brazilian teams play different football. However, day by day, I am picking up the form and getting used to Paulo Fonseca’s demands. I am very delighted to have won today's match, but we should not rest on our laurels and continue in the same vein. Now, we are expected to have the training camp in Portugal, where we will work on our tactical skills. I am happy to be part of Shakhtar once again, longing to be helpful and trying my hardest to do everything in power.