Head coach of Obolon Valeriy Ivashchenko summarised the results of his team's match with Dynamo (2:4) in the 2nd round of the Ukrainian championship, which took place last Friday in the capital.
- In the game with Dynamo, Obolon looked quite decent. What is your opinion about the match?
- We conceded four goals, but it is all Dynamo's experience. We are punished for the slightest mistakes. In terms of commitment, discipline - the guys gave 100%. Our motivation was off the scale. The lack of experience and skill had an impact. We entered the season with those guys who played in the first league. Many have only recently made their debut in the UPL. Through such matches our players will get used to the Premier League, to such a rhythm, pace of play.
- Before the match Obolon players were very worried?
- It is clear that most of our guys saw Dynamo only on TV. Of course, there was excitement. But we often played on equal terms with Dynamo, although we did not use many of our chances. Somewhere our goals were not counted, there penalties are not put in the opponent's goal. "Obolon" is a young team and these nuances knock us out. The guests have a lot of experience.
- At the end of the first round would you like to be in the middle of the standings?
- Now it is too early to talk about it, but we would like to gain a foothold in the UPL. We want to get used to the league of the strongest. And then we can already talk about serious tasks.
- Before the end of the transfer window Obolon will be able to sign new players?
- We don`t want to take anyone just like that. A newcomer must fit our requirements. Given our budget, I think there are few players who can help us.
- Did any of Obolon players please you in the match with Dynamo?
- The whole team. The guys are good. Due to teamwork they can realise themselves. Everything is in their legs. Today we are proud of our guys. In general, we showed good football and the only thing we lacked was the realisation of chances.