Vitalii Ponomarov: The result is good, but the match was difficult

The head coach of Cherkasy "LNZ" Vitalii Ponomarov commented on the away match of the 22nd round of the UPL against Kryvyi Rih "Kryvbas" - 3:0 on the air of UPL TV.

- Vitalii Yuriiovych, How would you rate this match?

- Yes, the result 3:0 is good, but the match was difficult. The first goal scored played a very big role. It was important today for both us and "Kryvbas". Then it was easier for us to play on the scoreboard, so we realized our chances. In general, I am satisfied with the team, and I would not say that only the second half was good. I want to congratulate the guys on the victory.

- What were the emotions at halftime today?

- Today there were no complaints about the players' dedication, about the attitude, so we only pointed out tactical moments that need to be improved, and that's it.

- Danylo Kravchuk started today, scoring for the second match in a row. How do you think his performance is?

- Well, I always say: we have those players who, according to the coaching staff, are stronger today. That's why he showed himself very well in the match with Rukh, in the test match with Epitsentr, and today. He deserves to play in the main squad today.

- The next match is against, perhaps, the main competitor in the standings - Shakhtar Donetsk. Can we say that today was a dress rehearsal?

- But every match needs to be played, because, I repeat, I would not divide matches into important and unimportant. Therefore, you need to approach each match as determined as possible, as prepared as possible, and the game itself will show the final result. We prepare for each opponent individually, but this match will be the same as against any other in the UPL.

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