“Shakhtar’s headman shared his expectations of an outbound match against Panatinaikos.”, – WRITE: Football.ua
Shakhtar’s headman shared his expectations of an outbound match against Panatinaikos.

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Greece star, but faded; with a tripod but not Irish: we present Panatinaikos
Tomorrow, August 7, Miners will hold their first, three-round round of the Europa League-2025/26.
“We respect Panatinaikos, its culture, fans and stadium. We will be ready for tomorrow, with all this in mind, and we will be ready to fight. Let’s try to impose our game on the field without retreating. To use our young players.
How would I describe Panatinaikos and its main advantages? First of all, Panatinaikos is a very good team, and I cannot now give you all the answers to the questions, but I can say that they are effective thanks to flank sheds. Sometimes they seek to control the ball. Depending on the intensity level they chosen, they can act in different ways, and we prepare each of our player accordingly. For example, if the right flank is played by TEET, it will be more likely to shift inside. If it is a peller, it will use the flank more. Therefore, their tactics and areas where the players will play can change depending on the chosen performers. And, of course, their Fulbeca also often connect to the attack and do a lot of sheds. We are ready for all game situations. This is how we try to build a strategy for the match, because when you are opposed to a team such as Panatinaikos, you need to be prepared for all aspects and elements of the game.
The atmosphere of Greek stadiums? First of all, since I’m a Turk, I know very well what the atmosphere is. I also received very important information about the energy and beauty of local fans from Fatih Terim. Of the names you called, Fatih Terim is like a father, and Ergin Ataman is like an older brother. Actually, I was at this stadium during the Playoff, next to the replacement bench. So I know “Gate 13″, their energy and how wonderful these fans are. Football is nice to play in such an atmosphere and before such fans. And if we have the opportunity, I would very much like to accept you in such an atmosphere in Ukraine one day. I also know Basketball player Jeded Osman well, he is like a brother. I also learned about the passion of local fans. Football is beautiful with fans, in such an atmosphere. And instead of being afraid of such an atmosphere, we try to enjoy it and take it as an experience. Instead of performing in empty arenas without fans, I think it is a great experience for us – to play in such an atmosphere. And, in my opinion, it is very good that panatinaikos fans are so well aware and appreciated all over the world.
I am very glad that he became the youngest trainer who won the miner in the Ukrainian Championship. But I do not think that we have already won something. If you win, it will happen at the end. At the same time, I am very satisfied with the progress, energy and play of my players. I do not think it is already an experienced trainer, but I can say that I have extensive experience of victories and defeats in sports. And I believe I can help my players in this. Regardless of whether we win or lose, I will treat them equally – as people. After all, everyone can be a good trainer when all is well. But the main thing is to stay good for your football players when things go bad, keep trust and be loyal to each other at difficult times. Concerning the crossing of the border. Honestly, it is very sad and very difficult, but we will not use it as an excuse. Every time we cross the border, I experience strong emotions because I think of many stories related to current circumstances. It’s really difficult, but there are people who have been doing it for three to four years. And this is not easy. In the end, people – young people, children – suffer. When we cross the border every time, we will not make this excuse, but only focus on the positive. The positive is that we wear a miner’s T -shirts and do something to bring joy to people. We are not interested in anything else. We only think about making people happy and ending this story as best you can. It was also not easy in Ternopil to walk the city and see all these photos of young people, ” – quoted the official website of the Donetsk club.
We will remind, the match Panatinaikos – Shakhtar will take place on Thursday, starting at 21:00 in Kiev.