Yuriy Yaroshenko, a former Dynamo Kyiv player and now a coach, shared his expectations from the Conference League match Zorya vs Breidablik.
- For the rivals, this match has no tournament significance. "Breidablik did not expect to get out of the group, while Zorya lost all chances after unexpected defeats to Israeli Maccabi. That's why in Lublin the image of the participants, which has been shaken recently, and the opportunity to earn bonuses for the victory from UEFA will be in the foreground.
- And what result did you expect from Zorya in the current European Cup campaign?
- At least, I was sure that the Luhansk side would make it to the next round in the Conference League. But, as far as I am concerned, the chaos on the coaching bridge hindered them. I'm sure that the club management rushed to dismiss Valeriy Kryventsov.
- However, recently Zorya have been doing better in the UPL championship, they got points in the games with the teams from the main group - Ruh and Kryvbas.
- For me it was not a surprise. After all, Zorya have a pretty good selection of performers. And it is not only the players who are to blame for the failures that haunt the Luhansk side.
- Thanks to what can the Luhansk team slam the door loudly today?
- Since the Icelandic championship has long been over, the players of Breidablik without game practice are not in fighting shape. The Luhansk side should take advantage of this. Secondly, the individual skill of Zorya players is higher. This will definitely make itself felt at key moments.
- What can prevent Zorya players from taking the lead?
- They themselves, if they do not adjust properly. Because Breidablik is a solid opponent, who always fights to the end. I am also concerned about the Luhansk side's helplessness in the centre of defence, I think they will not keep their goal intact today. Still, I am inclined to believe that Zorya will score at least one goal more.