Kudrik: Polissia is simply an uncomfortable team for Shakhtar

Goalkeeper of Zhytomyr Polissia Oleg Kudryk commented on his team's victory in the UPL match against Shakhtar Donetsk (2:0). "I think we're just an uncomfortable team for Shakhtar — it's been like that since our first meeting. Of course, you don't need to look for special motivation on such opponents: every football player wants to play in such matches. It's in confrontations with teams of this level that you clearly see your own shortcomings and strengths, which gives an impetus for progress. My only motivation was to return to the football field, because I missed football and those emotions. And the fact that I am a pupil of Shakhtar and played in my native Lviv gave me even more motivation. The main factor in the victory over the "miners"? Unity. We remained one team from the first to the last minute, we were ready for any course of events on the field - that's why we won. Alisson is a very good football player. He really added speed to the opposition and created dangerous chances, but I think our defensive line completely handled him. Shakhtar scored in violation of the rules? I do not comment on judges' decisions. If he made such a decision, then he had reasons for it. It is necessary to adapt to every opponent as much as possible and respect him. The same three points are awarded for winning each match, regardless of whether you are playing against the leader or against the underdog. Kudrivka's strengths are quick counterattacks and dedication on the field," the club's press service quotes Kudryk as saying. In the next round of UPL, Polissia will play against Kudrivka - the game will take place today, September 4, at 18:00. Earlier, the media summed up the results of the matches of the last fourth round of the UPL.