The newcomer of Odessa "Chornomorets," defender Yaroslav Rakitsky spoke about the desire to save his current team from relegation from the Ukrainian Premier League.
Yaroslav Rakitsky. Photo — FC “Chornomorets”“First of all, I want to emphasize that a city like Odessa deserves a team in the Premier League. Only the highest football division, no other. And I really hope that the leadership of the Odessa region will allow fans to attend our stadium. It is important for us to play with the support of the ultras. 2000 fans in the arena - and it’s a completely different atmosphere. “Chornomorets deserves it.
As for my condition, I understand that I may not be 100 percent ready yet, but in the match with LNZ (1:0, Rakitsky was included in the starting lineup of “Chornomorets” and was substituted in the 66th minute of the match, - ed. note.) I gave my all on the field.
Everyone understands the importance of three points in this match. Everyone wanted to support Oleksandr Mykolayovych (Oleksandr Kuchер, head coach of “Chornomorets,” - ed. note.), who just started working at the club. As for myself, I immediately agreed to the offer from my long-time teammate and friend. I have great respect for Mykolayovych, he is a true professional. And I believe that together we will keep “Chornomorets” in the Premier League,” - the words of Rakitsky are quoted by the press service of “Chornomorets.”
