Ruslan Fomin: Jackson and Rykun are dangerous

12-03-10 18:35:06

Today after Shakhtar’s open training session we have talked to our  players and quite naturally discussed the upcoming clash with Metalist.  

  Igor Duljaj:

- Igor, this Sunday you are having a challenging game with one of the strongest rivals. Does it affect the regular training routine in some way?
- We know that there is a difficult game looming at the horizon, but our training schedule stays as firm as before any other challenge. Metalist is a worthy rival that plays the game well. I think that spectators will be satisfied with the Sunday encounter  because both we and Kharkiv team play open football.

- Open football works well for Shakhtar. What else can be expected from Metalist?
- They are very strong, both in team performance and individual skills especially such players as Jackson and Marko Devic. 

- Do you remember the result of the first round game?
- 2-2? 

- No.
- That was a check-up! (laughs). Of course I do! 

Ruslan Fomin:

- Ruslan, the upcoming game with Metalist will be the second consecutive main clash of the round. Do you need any special inspiration for it?
- We are getting ready in our usual way – with full commitment and will for the victory. 

-You know the strong points of the rival like nobody else
- First and foremost Metalist is a really well coordinated team with players who can surprise with their kicks and actions. I would watch my back with Jackson and if I ever get in a struggle with Rykan then I’d keep in mind that his passes are also dangerous. 

- Can you still remember the first round game?
- Yes, of course, 1-1. 

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