Ilya Krupsky: "The match will be interesting"

Defender of "Metalist 1925" Ilya Krupsky shared his expectations for the game against "Epicenter":

— We have a match against "Epicenter" coming up very soon. What are your expectations for this match? How is the preparation going?

— Expectations are good. I think the match will be interesting. We are playing at a quality stadium. I believe the opponent is tough, and their place at the bottom of the table doesn't mean anything. It won't be easy for us to get three points.

— Did you watch the last match of "Epicenter" against "Polissya," where the team from Kamianets-Podilskyi sensationally took points from the Zhytomyr team?

— Yes, I watched that match. I can say that the score doesn't reflect the game at all, as both teams had chances to score. As I mentioned before, we are expecting a good match. "Epicenter" attacks a lot, they have a good attacking line. We will prepare and analyze their game in detail.

— In general, what strengths of the opponent could you highlight?

— Transition phases from defense to attack. They do it very well.

— A question for you as a winger. "Epicenter" has several fast players on the wings. Will there be any special preparation specifically for this?

— The preparation will be normal, like for any other players. We will review and analyze everything individually.

— And finally. You mentioned that the match will take place at the "Levyi Bereh" stadium. Do you think this factor will play in our favor, or will it have almost no impact on the game?

— I think it won't directly affect the game itself. But it will be more comfortable for us because we will be in Kyiv, without traveling - that's the most important thing.