My first goal is special
Thursday, May 15, 2025
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Shakhtar forward Kaua Elias shared his impressions after the winning match against Dynamo in the Ukrainian Cup final
– Elias, Shakhtar won the Ukrainian Cup. For you personally, this is your first trophy at the club. You also scored your debut goal in this match. Can you share your feelings?
– Of course, I am very happy! It is a feeling that is hard to explain. I am glad that we managed to win this trophy, and my first goal is special for me anyway. Considering its value, it is hard to put into words.
– How did this game go for Shakhtar in general? Did you expect there to be a penalty shootout?
– Actually, it is always very difficult to play against this opponent. I guess we kept in mind the possibility that the match could go to a penalty shootout. Of course, we would like to finish the game as soon as possible to avoid unnecessary nervousness. But the most important thing is that we leave the field as the winners of the Ukrainian Cup. I am very happy about this fact.
– What can you say about the atmosphere after the match? You had a very warm celebration of a victory with the fans.
– All the titles that we win are dedicated, first and foremost, to our fans. Every trophy added to the collection of achievements of our great club brings really big emotions. We have to keep on working to continue making the fans happy.
– Of course, I am very happy! It is a feeling that is hard to explain. I am glad that we managed to win this trophy, and my first goal is special for me anyway. Considering its value, it is hard to put into words.
– How did this game go for Shakhtar in general? Did you expect there to be a penalty shootout?
– Actually, it is always very difficult to play against this opponent. I guess we kept in mind the possibility that the match could go to a penalty shootout. Of course, we would like to finish the game as soon as possible to avoid unnecessary nervousness. But the most important thing is that we leave the field as the winners of the Ukrainian Cup. I am very happy about this fact.
– What can you say about the atmosphere after the match? You had a very warm celebration of a victory with the fans.
– All the titles that we win are dedicated, first and foremost, to our fans. Every trophy added to the collection of achievements of our great club brings really big emotions. We have to keep on working to continue making the fans happy.