We achieved a positive result
Sunday, December 1, 2024
|
Head coach of Shakhtar youth team Oleksii Bielik summed up the results of the victorious match against Rukh U19 (3-1)
– Shakhtar U19 claimed a comeback victory. What was the match like?
– It was difficult, and such games will always be like that. Recently we played against PSV U19 in the UEFA Youth League on a tough grass pitch and returned to Ukraine after a long travel, due to which we had only one recovery training session, so it is clear why we lacked strength a little at the end of the game. Also, we could have acted with more discipline and handled the ball better in some episodes, but this is explained by the fact that the players have been working with a busy schedule for a long time and fatigue accumulates before the break, which leads to mistakes. In the end, we achieved a positive result, which is very important and will help us prepare for the final matches of the year in good mood and with more confidence.
– Shakhtar U19 had the initiative from the start but were the first to concede. What is the reason for the conceded goal?
– The reason is an individual mistake, but it should be understood that when the team are constantly on the ball, there is always a risk of a mistake and a quick counterattack from the opponent. I wish we were more active from the first minutes, but I cannot say that today we acted inactively, because we created opportunities, but we did not manage to convert them. We always try to control the ball and create chances. We supported the goalkeeper and quickly responded with two scored goals. The second half was a little difficult, I wish we scored the third goal sooner to finish the game more calmly, but this is a completely normal situation in our conditions.
– The first half of the Youth League is over, Shakhtar U19 are at the top of the league table. Are you satisfied with this result?
– Of course! In addition, the victory over Rukh U19 allowed us to widen the lead over our closest pursuers to 5 points. We claimed 14 wins in 15 matches of the domestic league, and shared the points only in the match against Obolon U19. The guys do a lot of work in difficult conditions. Also, it should be noted that we are successful in the UEFA Youth League and advanced to the play-offs early. However, we should not relax – important matches are ahead, and the results we got should motivate the young players even more to achieve success. I hope the footballers will continue to work responsibly.
– What did you say to the guys after the game, because we know that the team got a day off?
– It is no secret that the weather has changed a lot, many players got sick. Even in today’s match some guys came on not quite healthy, but they gave their all. They did it, and I congratulated them on the result. The team got a day off despite the fact that there is almost no time to rest, at the same time, it is impossible to work to the maximum. The guys deserved a day off. I asked the players to spend it very responsibly and professionally, resting with their families and recovering. Important matches are ahead, and I hope that this short rest will benefit the team.
– It was difficult, and such games will always be like that. Recently we played against PSV U19 in the UEFA Youth League on a tough grass pitch and returned to Ukraine after a long travel, due to which we had only one recovery training session, so it is clear why we lacked strength a little at the end of the game. Also, we could have acted with more discipline and handled the ball better in some episodes, but this is explained by the fact that the players have been working with a busy schedule for a long time and fatigue accumulates before the break, which leads to mistakes. In the end, we achieved a positive result, which is very important and will help us prepare for the final matches of the year in good mood and with more confidence.
– Shakhtar U19 had the initiative from the start but were the first to concede. What is the reason for the conceded goal?
– The reason is an individual mistake, but it should be understood that when the team are constantly on the ball, there is always a risk of a mistake and a quick counterattack from the opponent. I wish we were more active from the first minutes, but I cannot say that today we acted inactively, because we created opportunities, but we did not manage to convert them. We always try to control the ball and create chances. We supported the goalkeeper and quickly responded with two scored goals. The second half was a little difficult, I wish we scored the third goal sooner to finish the game more calmly, but this is a completely normal situation in our conditions.
– The first half of the Youth League is over, Shakhtar U19 are at the top of the league table. Are you satisfied with this result?
– Of course! In addition, the victory over Rukh U19 allowed us to widen the lead over our closest pursuers to 5 points. We claimed 14 wins in 15 matches of the domestic league, and shared the points only in the match against Obolon U19. The guys do a lot of work in difficult conditions. Also, it should be noted that we are successful in the UEFA Youth League and advanced to the play-offs early. However, we should not relax – important matches are ahead, and the results we got should motivate the young players even more to achieve success. I hope the footballers will continue to work responsibly.
– What did you say to the guys after the game, because we know that the team got a day off?
– It is no secret that the weather has changed a lot, many players got sick. Even in today’s match some guys came on not quite healthy, but they gave their all. They did it, and I congratulated them on the result. The team got a day off despite the fact that there is almost no time to rest, at the same time, it is impossible to work to the maximum. The guys deserved a day off. I asked the players to spend it very responsibly and professionally, resting with their families and recovering. Important matches are ahead, and I hope that this short rest will benefit the team.