I feel that I fit well into the head coach’s vision
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
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Shakhtar midfielder Isaque answered journalists’ questions during the press conference ahead of the match against Hamrun Spartans
– What do you know about the Maltese league and, in particular, about your upcoming opponents Hamrun Spartans? (SportArena)
– Yes, without a doubt, we know that our opponents tomorrow are really strong. They are a very experienced team that dominate the Maltese league. From our side, we can assure that we are ready to do our best and give our all to please our fans and secure a victory on the pitch.
– Tomorrow will be your fifth European match. How do you assess your contribution in the previous four games and how would you like to perform in the upcoming encounter? (Shakhtar TV)
– I’m very happy to be here. And yes, I’m really pleased that tomorrow will be my fifth match for Shakhtar in European competitions. Although I’m still new to the club and this coaching system, I feel that I fit well into the head coach’s vision. I give my all both on the pitch and during training sessions. So, God willing, tomorrow I want to show my best performance and help the team secure a victory.
– Right now at Shakhtar, you have the same role and position that Arda Turan had during his playing career. What specific knowledge and advice does he give you personally and how does it influence your progress? (Shakhtar TV)
– The coach has helped me a lot to improve my playing style, vision on the pitch and how I can fit into the team’s overall structure. Of course, I take all his advice very seriously and try to implement it on the pitch. I have also watched him play as a footballer, and it left the best impression on me. For me, it is a real treasure to receive advice from such a talented former player. It would be unforgettable if I could put this advice into practice on the pitch.
– Yes, without a doubt, we know that our opponents tomorrow are really strong. They are a very experienced team that dominate the Maltese league. From our side, we can assure that we are ready to do our best and give our all to please our fans and secure a victory on the pitch.
– Tomorrow will be your fifth European match. How do you assess your contribution in the previous four games and how would you like to perform in the upcoming encounter? (Shakhtar TV)
– I’m very happy to be here. And yes, I’m really pleased that tomorrow will be my fifth match for Shakhtar in European competitions. Although I’m still new to the club and this coaching system, I feel that I fit well into the head coach’s vision. I give my all both on the pitch and during training sessions. So, God willing, tomorrow I want to show my best performance and help the team secure a victory.
– Right now at Shakhtar, you have the same role and position that Arda Turan had during his playing career. What specific knowledge and advice does he give you personally and how does it influence your progress? (Shakhtar TV)
– The coach has helped me a lot to improve my playing style, vision on the pitch and how I can fit into the team’s overall structure. Of course, I take all his advice very seriously and try to implement it on the pitch. I have also watched him play as a footballer, and it left the best impression on me. For me, it is a real treasure to receive advice from such a talented former player. It would be unforgettable if I could put this advice into practice on the pitch.