Nicholas Arevalo: "Epicenter" is a very tough opponent"

Colombian midfielder of "Metalist 1925" Nicolas Arevalo in an interview with the club's press service - about the hand injury in the match against "Karpaty", the importance of matches at the end of the season, and the future opponent - "Epicenter":

— Nicolas, how are you feeling? How is your hand?

— Everything is fine. The hand is not broken, just inflamed. I think in two to three days everything will be fine, and I will be ready by Saturday.

— Let's go back to that moment in the match against "Karpaty". What do you remember?

— Yes, I remember that moment. It was an important episode, I received the ball, moved forward with it, didn't lose it. Overall, I performed well during the match... It's a pity we didn't win that match, but it was important for the team not to lose. A draw is not a bad result.

— Did you think at that moment that the injury could be serious?

— No, I hoped the injury was not serious. It was just very painful at that moment.

— Can it be said that now every match for the team is like a final?

— Yes. It's a very difficult period now. There is no need to look for excuses or reasons. For the team, every match now is like a final. This is my first season in UPL, I work a lot to become better in the next season.

— The team dropped to sixth place. Does this add more motivation or pressure?

— We have motivation every day. All the guys are motivated. We need to be more focused in matches to not concede so many goals. That's all.

— In the last match, "Epicenter" took points from "Polissya". Does this show the strength of the team?

— Yes, it's a very good team. We have been preparing for the next match for two days already. I work a lot because this game is very important. We have a chance to fight for fourth-fifth place in the standings, so victory is very important for us.

— What can make "Epicenter" particularly dangerous in this match?

— They are a very tough opponent. Honestly, it's hard for me to say something about it right now.

— Is there a feeling that one victory can completely change the situation in the team?

— Yes. Victories are hard to come by now. But we need to win because when the team wins, everyone around is happy.

— What qualities of our team can help us win against "Epicenter"?

- "Epicenter" is a very tough opponent. I watched their recent matches this morning - they are a very organized team. It won't be easy for us, but we are working and preparing for this game.