Ruslan Rotan, photo FC Kryvbas September 29, 2024, 12:34 p.m

The day before, in the guest match of the eighth round of the Ukrainian Premier League, Oleksandria beat Kryvyi Rih Kryvbas.

Kryvbas — Oleksandria 0:1 Video of the goal and review of the UPL match

After the end of the game, the head coach of “Polygraphs” Ruslan Rotan commented on the performance of his own team.

“As for our leadership, it is proven by results and hard work. We always have to think about the result. We agreed with the guys that we do not look at the standings, but think about each next game, and it will be seen there.

We have to work in training in the Sunday cycle and see the game as it is. In terms of achieving results, in terms of requirements. Very pleased with the guys that we are working.

If we take our game today, comparing it with the last championship, then we have added a lot in terms of character, in terms of thirst for victory. And as for the game, I think the coaching staff will always be dissatisfied with something, especially the game.”

– To score a goal and sit on the defensive, periodically to break the pace, is this the Rotan style?

“I will not succumb to your provocations, because you ask a very sharp question. Some of the journalists invented this Rotan-style. There is a specific opponent – Kryvbas. What is the strength of Kryvbas? Playing one-on-one, preventing the opponent from playing, counterattacks, free space, breaking into zones. So it’s not about Rotan style.

When the game is one-on-one, it is very difficult to find a free one. You see, we got up at 6 this morning, got on the bus and came to the game. It will be difficult for any team physically,” said the Ukrainian specialist.

In the next round, Oleksandria will play a home match against Lviv Rukh.