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Eduardo: The draw seems very good to us

27-08-10 18:47:53

From all of the FC Shakhtar players Eduardo da Silva knows Arsenal like no other. We wondered what Shakhtar’s rival has to offer now

- Eduardo, what do you think of the draw?
- Seems very good to us! We have a good chance of getting into the knockout phase. And I think we are capable of doing it. Yes, Braga is a strong team, they knocked out Sevilla. Partizan now also has very good players. Of course, the main contender is Arsenal, but I think we can expect surprises from each team in our group. Matches will be hot. But we will do our best to qualify for the next round.

- Being honest, are you happy to be drawn along with Arsenal, or not?
- (Laughs.) Well ... Now I'm a player of Shakhtar, and I have to show my best for the team. It's my job. I am a professional, I love football and I love scoring goals!

- You have been watching the draw with Dario. He said that during your watching you received SMS from Fabregas ...
- Yes, it's true, literally 2 seconds after the results became known! Dario did not even believe that at once. (Laughs.)

- Is Fabregas pleased to play Shakhtar?
- He was the captain of Arsenal and will fight for his team. He expected this game to be very tense and interesting. There are lots of Brazilians in their squad as well. Arsenal promotes the same football as Shakhtar does. So it will be an exciting match.

- What do you think about the Shakhtar’s schedule?
- It is ok! (Laughs.)