On Friday, December 12, a match of the 16th round of the Ukrainian Premier League will take place in Kyiv, where the "Obolon" team will host "Metalist 1925". The head coach of "Obolon", Alexander Antonenko, shared his expectations before this match.
Antonenko on the opponent
At the press conference, the coach noted that "Metalist 1925" is a strong opponent. In his opinion, the teams had a good match against each other in the Cup, where "Obolon" fielded an experimental lineup to give a chance to players who have played less in the championship. "We tried to control the tempo of the game and not give the opponent many opportunities," said Antonenko.
Goal-scoring problem
The main issue, according to the coach, is the lack of scored goals. "What we are currently lacking the most is a scored goal," he emphasized, noting that the team creates chances, but lacks accuracy in finishing the attacks. As a result, the team feels the impact of this on their match results.
Team's mood
Antonenko also noted that every game is of great importance. "The situation in each match is crucial for us, whether we play at home or away," he pointed out, emphasizing the importance of support from fans at the home stadium "Obolon-Arena". The coach hopes that his team will be able to find confidence and the opportunity to achieve a result in Friday's match.
Prospects
In conclusion, Antonenko expressed hope that after the game, his team would be able to go on vacation with positive emotions, "properly finishing the calendar year." What awaits "Obolon" and "Metalist 1925" in the match will be seen this week.
