The former defender of Kyiv “Dynamo” and the Ukrainian national team, Taras Mikhalik, shared what he expects from the match of his former team against the Turkish “Galatasaray” in the 7th round of the main stage of the Europa League, which will take place next Tuesday, January 21, in Istanbul.
“I do not consider the Turkish football giant to be the favorite. Although given the tournament position of the opponents, the victory is more needed by “Galatasaray”, which is really vying for a spot in the highly sought-after main eight.
On the other hand, perhaps this very freedom, when they are not burdened by the points load, will help the Dynamo players to enjoy the game and demonstrate their best qualities. Moreover, Kyiv avoided any personnel losses, the leader Andriy Yarmolenko has returned to the squad, so there can be no talk of any uncoordinated play. Additionally, this is one of the last opportunities in the current transfer “window” for Dynamo to make a statement on the international stage. I bet on a scoring draw — 1:1,” said Mikhalik.