Anatoly Byshovets: "I welcome the idea of holding another match between the Russian team and Iraq

Former Dynamo Kiev footballer and current coach Anatoly Byshovets, who has long lived in Russia, liked the fact that the national team of this underdog country has the opportunity to play against such an incredible opponent as the Iraqi national team.

"Is Iraq a good opponent? It's not up to the fat, to be alive. The main thing is to have an opponent. In the first half Iraq left a good impression. In the second half the Russian national team managed to take the initiative and win, which was very encouraging (Russia vs. Iraq friendly match ended with the score 2-0, - editor's note)..

Matches like this are just necessary for our national team. I welcome the decision to play another match against Iraq. We will maintain consistency and approach," RB quoted Byshovets as saying.