Ukrainian defender Andriy Tkachuk talked about his acquaintance with fellow countryman Ruslan Malinovsky from Zhytomyr.
— I have known Malinovsky since childhood. I trained with his own brother Oleksandr. Together with him, Ruslan came to us for training. Even then, everyone noticed his strong kick, like for a child. Very glad that he was able to realize his potential and talent. Now he is one of the strongest Ukrainian football players. I can't say that we communicate often. Sometimes we congratulate each other on holidays. I'm more in touch with his brother. Alexander is right-handed. Once played for "Polissya" in the position of right midfielder. "Maybe he's a bit faster than Ruslan, but his punch is much weaker," Tkachuk said.