The midfielder of Donetsk Shakhtar Pedrignyo commented on the future match of the eighth round of the Champions League’s main stage against Dortmund Borussia.

“Of course, we are aware of the situation in the standings before the last round of the main stage of the Champions League, it affects the mood of the team to some extent, but we can assure that we, representatives of such a club as Shakhtar, always set ourselves one goal, namely. – Victory, pleasing your fans with bright achievements on the football field, including the result.

I am inclined to the fact that the new format of the tournament is more difficult for us in view of physical condition. When you are constantly in a game tone, you spend at least one game a week, it is better for you as a football player, for health. Training is, of course, good, but still the best physical form and condition is stored with regular play. However, we cannot influence this situation, so there are training and friendly meetings, and it is important even in this format to be professionals and teach 100 percent. As for me, we have completely managed in the match with Brest, we were able to entertain the fans with a good victory and, most importantly, a bright game. I am sure that we have the strength to repeat this achievement and tomorrow too.

Speaking of basic communication moments, of course, it is always easier to speak in their native language. But in the miner, as Mr. very often loves to say, there is no division into nationality: the team is the only nation in the team. And when we win victories, they are not given by Brazilians or Ukrainians, they are given to miner. In the previous game with Brest, we could see a wonderful international interaction. Many of our Ukrainian partners created great opportunities for us, helped to distinguish the Brazilians, and the Brazilians helped the Ukrainians. Therefore, I am absolutely convinced that, yes, the communication moment was important, but not decisive.

I can assure that Brazil is of great interest in each miner match. Unfortunately, as you could guess, it is difficult to see the matches of the Ukrainian Championship in Brazil for a variety of reasons, but the Champions League is the showcase that you have the opportunity to see around the world, including my native country. So I can confidently claim that many of my relatives, friends and just people in Brazil will follow the tomorrow’s duel, and we will be able to please them with a good game and confirm again that their interest is not wondered, “-the club’s press service suggests.

We will remind, the match Borussia D – Shakhtar will take place tomorrow, January 29, at 22:00 for Kiev. On Football.ua A text online match will be available.