Volodymyr Vilivald: Key factors of progress are daily work on oneself and the trust of the coaching staff

To your attention, part of the exclusive material from the official match program for the game of the 16th round of the UPL 2025\2026 "Kryvbas" - "Kolos", when the defender of the red and whites Volodymyr Vilivald answered our questions.

- What was the first part of the championship like for you? In what ways did you feel progress and what qualities did you improve?

- The first part of the season seemed to be eventful, there were both strong matches and moments that need to be worked on. We have an ambitious team that is moving forward from game to game. Personally, I can highlight progress in the game with my left foot, because most of the time I acted from this flank. This gave valuable experience and helped me become a more versatile player. The key factors of progress are daily work on myself and the trust of the coaching staff, which is very motivating and gives confidence.

- What is your main source of motivation, support and inspiration?

- My biggest motivation is the dream of playing in Europe. This is a goal that makes me work hard, improve and never stop. My family also provides great support. They watch every match, worry about me, and it is incredibly inspiring and energizing.

- You proposed to your girlfriend. Why did you decide to take this step right now? Are there any wedding plans?

- Yes, a very important moment happened in my personal life. I realized that next to me is the person I want to build a future with. Therefore, I saw no point in postponing and proposed. We will think over the wedding plans during my vacation, when I have a little more free time.

- What do you remember most about the last six months? Is there a moment that stands out in particular?

- Indeed, there were many bright episodes, every training session and every game was a pleasure. But the match against Shakhtar was especially memorable. It was a very emotional game: my debut goal for Kryvbas, and then almost an own goal (smiles). Such a contrast made the match unforgettable and even a little funny. But the main thing is that we proved once again that we are a real team.

Read the full version of the interview in the official match program for the game "Kryvbas" - "Kolos". You can order this and other programs on the official Fan-shop website, or by writing to the Direct of the official Fan-shop page of FC "Kryvbas" on Instagram.

Press service of FC "Kryvbas" Kryvyi Rih