Konstantin Vivcharenko: “We felt after the first half and before the break that we could push ‘Roma’”, 'Vivcharenko - after the

— Why did Oleksandr Shovkovskyi choose such a scheme - with three defenders? And how did he justify it?

— The coaching staff knows best what the plan for the game should be. That’s why we tried to bring all their instructions and suggestions into the game. I believe we played a good match against a worthy opponent. Let’s see how it goes further.

— You played on the flank, Tymchyk operated very high in attack, and you were closer to defense. Did you both have different tasks as wingbacks?

— No, we had the same tasks. But it was a bit unusual to play, and perhaps there was little time to readjust. However, I think we played well.

— Dovbyk converted the penalty, but he didn’t have any other significant moments. Was there special attention given to preparing for him?

— Of course, since Artem is good at holding the ball, plays well with his body and arms. Therefore, it’s very hard to play against him. But our central defenders handled him well.

— After Shaparenko, Brazhko, Kabaiev came on, was there a feeling that you could push and snatch a draw?

— Yes, we felt after the first half and before the break that we could do that. In the first half, there were some good moments, but unfortunately, we didn’t capitalize on them.