Hrvoy Ilich: "Kryvbas" did everything for me to feel comfortable here

Midfielder Kryvyi Rih Kryvbas in Khryvoe Ilch gave an expanded interview with online edition Ukrainian football. The most relevant topics of conversation to your attention.

- Hrywa, how you started playing football. What was your story?

- My story began in a FC Granacist from a small city in the east of Croatia- Zupana when I was 3-4 years old. Already a young boy I entered the FC Academy Osiek, where my full football journey began. In the morning he went to school, and then went to workout, which ended at about 23 pm. Honestly, for a little guy, the schedule was tense, because of this, we and I and I were staying right in the locker room.

- in general, what is the secret of Croatian football school like do you think?

- the secret is that we, Croats is a sports nation in general, in our blood - the spirit of leadership. That is why we show classy results on the world stage in many sports: football, tennis, basketball and water polo.

- national teams and Croatia . The dream of every Croat?

- yes. In general, it seems to me that every football player has a goal - to play for the national team of their country. Will it be possible - let's see. But I work honestly every day to make this dream become reality.

- in Kryvbas and you quickly became one of the leaders. What helped to become your new team?

- Indeed, I integrated into a new club very quickly and felt at home in two weeks. Almost immediately he began to show his potential and perform what the coach demanded from me. Besides, teammates, coaches and club management have met me very warmly, did my best to make me feel comfortable.

- from March to September 2024 you did not spend for Kryvbas no match. Your return to team location - What emotions now about this?

- pause in your speeches for Kryvbas has just fallen, including historical for the European Cup games. Where did the team support?

- Of course I watched all the matches Kryvbas y. I was especially remembered by the first match against Victoria Plzen, because our team proved that he could play with this experienced opponent at one level. I believed to the last Kryvbas in and what we will pass on. But it is football, an unpredictable sport. I think that some excitement and psychological pressure have been shaken by our boys. As for Betis, everyone realized that it was also a strong team, one of the strongest in Spain. It was not possible to realize their moments, unlike the opponent. In general, it was a wonderful European experience for Kryvbas u, a springboard in the career for many of our players.

- What are the tasks and prospects in Kryvbas in the current season?

- We are currently in the leading group, so we will only move forward and show the power of the team. Due to the fact that many guys were damaged during the season, it changed team composition, so we had to be universal and found a way out. In general, we can bring to the asset of the first half of the year.

- What are the personal goals of Hrvoy Ilich on the second part of the season y?

- I want to win with Kryvbas. We would like us to go this way without injuries. In general, our goal is to complete this season in the top 3. Most importantly, I hope that this damn war will end as soon as possible. It hurts me for Ukrainians, because for three years they have to live in constant fear for their lives and the lives of their loved ones.

- who is your best friend in Kryvbas and ?

- I am well communicated with everyone. Of course, it is easier for me to interact with English -speaking guys, but I already understand some Ukrainian words. Thank you, congratulate and so on. It is very cool that many classmates have started learning English, it greatly simplifies the language barrier.

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