The Dynamo Kyiv academy graduate Volodymyr Lysenko commented on Football Hub about the 'white and blues' victory over Donetsk Shakhtar in the Ukrainian Cup.
— What are your impressions of the match?
— A true derby, a final! Incredible emotions. The first half belonged to Shakhtar, the second to Dynamo. The score favors Dynamo, and they move forward.
— Did Dynamo really endure the first half?
— Yes, Shakhtar completely dominated in the first 45 minutes: pressing, density between the lines. Dynamo almost created no chances. One shot from Kabayev — that’s too little.
— What changed after conceding the goal?
— Dynamo became themselves. They began to press, create chances, and scored two goals.
— Was the key moment Yarmolenko’s goal?
— Definitely. Yarmolenko asked for a substitution, but scored two minutes before it. He’s a leader, made a crucial contribution, changed the flow of the game. Then Guerrero scored the second.
— Did Shakhtar get tired in the second half?
— Yes, they expended too much strength in the first 45 minutes. They wanted to score in the first half. If they had converted their chances — the game would have been different. The goalkeeper saved Dynamo.
— How do you rate Guerrero’s appearance?
— Wonderful. He came on and scored his goal, leading the team to the quarter-finals. Forwards from both teams played great today.
— Is the victory over Shakhtar before the UPL match in Lviv an advantage?
— Dynamo showed character and moved forward. Shakhtar now have nothing to lose, they need to show their game in the championship for not just one half, but two.
— Will this victory add motivation to Dynamo in European competitions?
— I believe so. It’s a big psychological boost. Fans will support, and the team will try to show quality play and results in European competitions.
— Who stood out in Shakhtar?
— I liked Kevin. Their entire attack line — the forward and the infielders — worked well in the first half: one-on-one and behind the defenses. But that was enough for only 50 minutes.
— Was Brajko’s substitution successful?
— Definitely. His appearance at halftime changed the game. He started picking up balls, playing forward. Interactions began, and Dynamo created chances. It was a very successful tactical decision.