Ori David: Every cup game is like the finale, so we have to prepare very seriously

Kryvyi Rih Coach Kryvbas Ori David - about the preparation of the team for an outgoing match 1\16 Final VBET Cup of Ukraine against FC Chernihiv.

- Ori, the team began preparation for the outbound cup match against the representative of the First League - FC Chernihiv. What strengths of the opponent would you mark?

- In fact, the first league is a difficult championship, so a very difficult match awaits us. Especially given that we play on the exit, even on the artificial field, not on the usual lawn. We expect a very difficult game. In general, every cup game is like a finale, so we have to prepare very seriously. Everything is reduced to Wins - there is no right to defeat. Need to win and finish the game quickly to go on.

- You have already mentioned that the team will play on Chernihiv-Arena on an artificial field. Can it affect the game?

- Is football. I mentioned it, but it cannot be an excuse. We need to adhere to our philosophy, play our football. As I said, this is a cup meeting - the main thing is to win. We will do everything to win the match and go on. This is a completely different type of duels - cup games have their own specificity.

- In what aspects are now focused in preparation?

- In fact we have very little time, because only yesterday we played against Polissya, and on Wednesday a match with Chernihiv. That is, we only have three days to prepare. The main task is to restore players, to prepare them physically and mentally. In addition, we are waiting for a seven -hour trip, so the main focus is now on recovery.

- In front of a tense game schedule, frequent crossings and a dense schedule. How can a team keep fresh and combat tone?

- Mental training is also important here. We try to restore players not only physically but also psychologically. This is not necessary on the field - you can use video analysis to show the right situations and not waste extra energy. Yes, many hours on the road, but we are already used to it. It should not be an excuse - we have to win the match.

- Are it planned to rotate in a cup match, taking into account the difference in the class between teams and the need to store the forces in the UPL match?

- No, we are now fully focused on the match that will take place on Wednesday. We want to go as far as possible in the cup, so we must win. We will use all available resources in the composition to win. And after that we will think about matches in UPL. Now - only the cup.

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