After the match “Nasaf” – “Bukhara” in the 21st round of the Uzbek Super League, the acting head coach of the visitors Viktor Karpenko attended a press conference and expressed his thoughts on the match.
About the match
— First of all, I congratulate the opponent. Today, only one team played real football on the field and achieved a real victory. We did not show enough intensity in the match. I am not saying that my players played badly, but the result shows that we were not sufficiently prepared for the match. It was difficult to return to the game after falling behind in the score.
The purpose of "Bukhara"
— We came onto the field with the intention of playing football without fear. However, “Nasaf” has a very strong team, each of their players is dangerous. Therefore, it was necessary to be careful in defense. After the first goal, the team broke down psychologically, and then we conceded four goals in the first half. To be honest, I couldn't find the right words to encourage the team, and this is the coaching staff's weakness.
The difference from the match with Bunyodkor
— Any team acts on the basis of the opportunities the opponent gives them. Bunyodkor gave us the opportunity to play freely, while Nasaf did not leave such an opportunity. If we had not conceded the first goal, the game would probably have turned out differently.
The team's return to their home field
— Of course, a match at home is completely different. They say that the walls also help. We have been waiting for this for a long time. It is always difficult to play away. First, you train at home, and then you have to go on the road again. And in Bukhara, our many fans help us, which is a great strength for the players.
The tasks set by the management
— We are required to win every match. The team is also tasked with reaching the Cup final. We are working towards these goals.
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