“Tomorrow we have a tough match. Although we look like the hosts, we traveled here for almost ten hours yesterday. We will play against a strong opponent. They are behind in the league, but statistically they are ahead. Their condition is deceiving. We have a lot of respect for them and their football culture. Tomorrow will be a realistic and tough battle. It is a great test for my young players to see their level.”

“Legia is one of the teams with the highest number of passes in their league. They put their number six between the central defenders, the fullbacks are used very high. They pass a lot, and the players from the opposite flank during passes go tightly into the penalty area. That is why I explained to my players the importance of moving from zone defense to personal defense.”

“Ocheretko is feeling pretty good. However, unfortunately sometimes we don’t know what can happen during the trip and it can take longer than we expect. That’s why I need every one of my players and I will use everyone.”

“We never hide behind excuses, but playing under such conditions is also not easy. We have to accept it. We and our staff conduct all the necessary scientific research on fatigue, injuries and other things. We know what is happening. This applies not only to us, but also to Dynamo Kyiv. It was also the same with Polissia at the start of the season. So all the athletes who are currently playing in Ukraine are doing a great job.”

“Regarding Legia, I cannot make such comments. It is their own opinion that they are in a bad situation. As for us, we are only looking to the future. And from this perspective, I can only say that we are currently in an excellent situation. Because we are progressing and raising the level of the game.”