What did Mirjalol Qosimov say after the match in which Pakhtakor lost?

After the match between OKMK and Pakhtakor (2:0) in the 2nd round of the Super League, the head coach of the home team, Mirjalol Kasimov, participated in a press conference.

"We came to the game today with a slightly different approach, but our goal was still to win. We know Pakhtakor well. We have a strong team with a mix of local and foreign players. Pakhtakor is one of the most dominant clubs in Uzbekistan. That's why we decided to change our style. Since Pakhtakor wingers Adhamzoda and Alijanov were quite active in the attack, today we started the game with five defenders. This decision turned out to be the right one and we were able to completely cover the wings. We were able to attack at the right time. My team achieved the goal we set for ourselves. Thank you to our fans. We will continue to play for them," said Mirjalol Kasimov after the defeat of Pakhtakor.

- After halftime of the second half, Pakhtakor stepped up the attack. OKMK began to defend deeply. Was the retreat and the tight defense part of the game plan or did the opponent force it?

- Let's not forget one thing. The opponent also attacked a lot, so we also tried to keep the score. Of course, such a game cannot be called "ideal". As you know, I always try to play with four defenders and combination football. I think the opponent did not expect us to start the game with three central defenders. My players played well, but there are also shortcomings. We need to work on them, there is no way to correct mistakes in ten days. The scheme is always changing during the game. The players must feel this and adapt to it during the game.

- OKMK recorded a 100% percentage result in the first two matches. There are FIFA days ahead. Will the break in the middle be useful for correcting the shortcomings in the game or, on the contrary, can it work to the team's detriment?

- I can't say anything about it. If I were a magician, I would tell you what will happen tomorrow. We will find out everything after the break. Follow “Zamin” news on “Telegram”