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Central defender of Kyiv’s «Dynamo» Taras Mikhavko summed up his team’s match against Cypriot «Omonia» (0:2) in the 4th round of the main stage of the Conference League.

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The head coach of Donetsk «Shakhtar», Arda Turan, commented on his team’s victory over the Irish «Shamrock Rovers» (2:1) in yesterday’s away match of the 4th round of the Conference League group stage.

«As I said earlier, playing here will not be easy, but we started the match very well, we had prepared solutions to counter the opponent’s defense, and we managed to implement them in most cases.

Then we scored an early goal. The wind and the lack of match practice among some of our players affected the quality of the passes, but after scoring, we managed to take control of the game. Later, we dominated more, but as I said, we are playing against champions, and it was normal to occasionally give up control and face pressing.

We moved correctly on the field despite conceding a goal in the second half. We also managed to score a second goal and win the match.

Now we return with a victory — and it really means a lot to us because we tried to use all our players in attack today. We had four or five players aged 17−18, which is why this victory with them is so significant. More than the score, I’m pleased with the level of play we’re showing now. Therefore, I want to congratulate my players», said Turan at the post-match press conference.

Well-known manager and expert Vyacheslav Zakhovailo shared his thoughts on Kyiv Dynamo’s defeat to Cyprus’s Omonia (0:2) in yesterday’s 4th round match of the main stage of the UEFA Conference League.

«I thought we hit rock bottom. But no, Omonia knocked on from below.

There’s no real point in belittling the players. They probably understand perfectly well what they are worth. In the last two months, they have completely devalued their careers by themselves. It’s sad and not funny.

Actually, from the TV screen, it’s clear that for Dynamo (Kyiv), participating in European competitions today is more of a punishment than a fight for prestige. What surprises me the most is why no conclusions are being made.

In football, the biggest punishment for a club is the indifference of the fans. I doubt the club’s leaders will allow this. I hope for the best…

All the best to everyone. Glory to Ukraine!» wrote Zakhovailo on his Facebook page.

Tottenham’s head coach Thomas Frank named PSG midfielder Vitinha as one of the main contenders for the Ballon d’Or. In the fifth round match of the main stage of the Champions League against Spurs, the Portuguese scored a hat-trick, and the Parisians secured a comeback victory with a score of 5:3.

«Today I saw more traits of the team I want to build, we want to build. More character, individuality, aggressiveness. These are three qualities that any team must have, regardless of the style, way of playing, or chosen scheme.

We played against a very serious team, where there is already one Ballon d’Or winner, and in my opinion, the next winner of this award plays in midfield — Vitinha. Wow, what a player,» Frank told Sky Sports.

Some matches of the Conference League qualifying stage have taken place. Here are their results.

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Some matches of the Europa League qualifying stage have taken place. Here are their results for your attention.

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Kyiv’s «Dynamo» has announced the termination of cooperation with the head coach of the first team, Oleksandr Shovkovsky, and his coaching staff.

The coaching staff of the team has been relieved of their duties.

Igor Kostyuk, coach of «Dynamo U-19», has been appointed as the acting head coach, according to the statement on «Dynamo’s» official club website.

Arsenal’s head coach Mikel Arteta commented on the victory over Bayern Munich (3:1) during the 5th round of the main stage of the Champions League.

«I have to praise our players because, in my opinion, they played an incredible match against the best team in Europe. Each of us individually played a tremendous role in solving the challenges posed by such teams.

The players know how hard we work on preparing for each match. We know that very small details decide everything. We started the week really well by winning against Tottenham at home. Today we achieved another hugely important victory, but nothing more than that. So far, we are very stable in this competition, but it is just the beginning,» Arteta is quoted as saying by Sky Sports.

Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher commented on rumors about the possible resignation of Arne Slot after the team’s loss in the 5th round of the Champions League group stage to PSV (1−4).

«Liverpool isn’t a club that constantly fires coaches. Here, the head coach is like a king; coaches are given time. I’m mad at the players. I don’t like to criticize them. But van Dijk has become a mediocre central defender, just as I was. Mohamed Salah has lost confidence in his actions,» said Carragher on CBS Sports.

On Thursday, November 27, in the 4th round match of the main stage of the Conference League, Kyiv «Dynamo» lost 0:2 away to Cypriot «Omonia». Here is the post-match press conference of the head coach of «Dynamo» Oleksandr Shovkovskyi.

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Bayern midfielder Joshua Kimmich shared his thoughts after the Champions League match loss to Arsenal (1−3).

«I think PSG was our toughest opponent, especially because of how they play football. Arsenal is completely different. They rely on set-pieces. They like to play long passes. Against PSG, it was more of a football game. Today, it wasn’t so much about football, it was about managing the game,» Kimmich told TNT Sports.

Today, Kyiv’s «Dynamo» played in Cyprus in the main round of the Conference League, where they lost to «Omonia» with a score of 0:3.

We present to your attention the video of the goals and the video review of this game.

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