The head coach of the football club ‘Dynamo’ Kyiv, Alexander Shovkovskyi, held a press conference ahead of the match of the 4th round of the main stage of the Conference League against the Cypriot team ‘Omonia’. At the meeting with the media representatives, he shared information about the team's condition and plans for tomorrow's game.
Shovkovskyi noted that the injury list, which includes Yarmolenko, Shaparenko, and Bilovar, has been joined by Brazhko, who was found to have a rib fracture after the match against ‘Koloss’. The coach expressed hope that the team would be able to overcome this challenging stage, particularly in the context of the negative results of recent matches.
Team Spirit and Support from Fans
Shovkovskyi emphasized that the support of the fans is very important at this moment. He expressed confidence that the players would take the field with the desire to showcase their best qualities and demonstrate character. “We need to work on ourselves to overcome this difficult period,” he noted.
Turning attention to the opponent, the coach mentioned that ‘Omonia’ is one of the largest clubs in Cyprus, consistently participating in international tournaments. Although the team has a negative series of results, Shovkovskyi stressed that they deserved better outcomes in previous matches.
Expectations from the Match
Alexander Shovkovskyi expressed hope for an open game, emphasizing the importance of both perseverance and a thoughtful approach during the game. He also urged the players to showcase their best qualities and the desire to achieve victory.
In conclusion, the coach expressed support for everyone going through difficult times in Ukraine and wished for peace to return to the country as soon as possible.