Midfielder of "Dynamo" Maksym Braharu commented on the team’s preparation for the Ukrainian championship match against "Vorskla" and spoke about his favorite position on the field:
Maksym Braharu. Photo: fcdynamo.com— Today, as part of the preparation for the match against "Vorskla", the team had a training session. Tell us about the mood in the team and personally for you.
— Yes, we had a very good training session. The mood is positive since we won the previous match. Now we are preparing for "Vorskla".
— The upcoming match was supposed to take place in Poltava, but it has been moved to Kyiv. How did this news affect you personally? Does it simplify the task?
— This is the first time I’m hearing about it from you. Of course, it simplifies things. We need to play as we know how, showing quality football. I think playing at home will be easier for us, plus the fans will come to support the team. The pitch at the "Dynamo" stadium is very good at the moment, so we will play.
— It has been more than a week since you returned from the training camp, how did you spend the two days off that the coaching staff granted you?
— I spent those days with my family, with my wife; we were at home, went to the cinema. Overall, everything was standard.
— How do you feel about training in frosty winter weather? Is there a big difference between Turkey and Kyiv?
— Of course, there is a difference, but we have already adapted, and the weather is getting better. We hope it will get warmer, we really want that.
— How ready is the team for a long period and a battle of endurance until the end of the season?
— Let's hope we are ready, but we will take it game by game. The next match is against "Vorskla", and then we'll see.
— You have already faced "Vorskla" this season both at home in the championship and away in the Cup. What can you say about the opponent? How difficult is it for you to play against the Poltava team?
— The team is very good, combative, plays football. They have good, quality players. We will play.
— This week the match is on Friday, then on Thursday there is a game with LNZ in Cherkasy. How do you feel about such a schedule?
— I think there isn't a big difference. We played like that last year when there were both European Cup matches and championship games. Three games took place in ten days, so we are ready for this. We need to recover and demonstrate our game.
— On which position do you feel more comfortable and easier to play?
— Of course, I prefer playing as a left winger. But if needed, I can cover the position that needs to be filled in a specific situation.
— How did you react when the coach told you that you would not only play on the left flank but would become a versatile player?
— At first, it was a bit difficult, but then I adapted. Playing in different positions is interesting, as well as being a versatile player. I am fine with that.
— During the training camps, there were moments when you dropped back to play as a left back. Is there a difference for you—doing more in attack or defense?
— I have already played in that position and understand the requirements. It’s easier for me to play on the left, even as a defender.
— Today at the end of the practice, there were shots on goal. Once you hit the "nine", so have you already practiced your accuracy?
— That happened by chance. I need to work more. That’s what training is for. You need to stay, work, and hone your skills to become better.
