I’m glad I was able to help the team
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
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Shakhtar U21 midfielder Oleksandr Balakai shared his impressions of the victory over Epicentr U21
– It was a tough match, with the tension lasting until the final whistle. The main thing is that we showed character and won. Personally, I’m very pleased that I was able to help the team.
– You scored a brace, which brought Shakhtar the win. How do you feel and what do these goals mean to you?
– It’s a great feeling! I’m glad I was able to help the team and score these important goals. But above all, it’s a collective achievement
– What are your expectations for the season and what do you want to achieve with Shakhtar?
– My expectations for the season are the highest. There is only one place for Shakhtar – first, so we want to give our all in every game, win and achieve the best possible result together as a team.
– What would you like to say to your teammates and the fans after the win?
– I want to thank my teammates for today’s game, their character and teamwork, and the coaching staff for preparing us for the match. I also want to say a huge thank you to the fans for your support! It’s great to know that, wherever we play, you are always there and support us to the fullest. We will continue to do everything we can to make you happy with more wins!
– You scored a brace, which brought Shakhtar the win. How do you feel and what do these goals mean to you?
– It’s a great feeling! I’m glad I was able to help the team and score these important goals. But above all, it’s a collective achievement
– What are your expectations for the season and what do you want to achieve with Shakhtar?
– My expectations for the season are the highest. There is only one place for Shakhtar – first, so we want to give our all in every game, win and achieve the best possible result together as a team.
– What would you like to say to your teammates and the fans after the win?
– I want to thank my teammates for today’s game, their character and teamwork, and the coaching staff for preparing us for the match. I also want to say a huge thank you to the fans for your support! It’s great to know that, wherever we play, you are always there and support us to the fullest. We will continue to do everything we can to make you happy with more wins!