One single moment decided the match

– In matches like this, where two almost equal opponents meet and are also direct neighbours in the table, there is always a strong desire to beat your rival. Considering that we lost in the first stage, of course we came here determined to take points, fully aware of our position in the competition. Sometimes, in meetings between principal rivals, individual episodes decide the outcome. In any case, Shakhtar performed with dignity and I believe the team did not deserve to lose. We are growing, we look ambitious and it’s difficult for any squad to play against us. I’m grateful to the girls for their effort, as they truly fought hard, but, as I said, one single moment decided the match.

– We could see that Viktoriia Myronenko played slightly higher than her usual position today. What was the reason behind that?
– We played in a 3–5–2 formation, with Viktoriia operating from deep today, in the role of a false nine. Her primary task was, firstly, to support the midfield line and to join the attacking group in the final third in transition phases.