Alexander Zinchenko Reveals Andrei Shevchenko’s Impact on His Career in New Autobiography ‘Believe’

Ukrainian player”Arsenal» Alexander Zinchenko in his autobiographical book “Believe,” he talked about the importance of Andrei Shevchenko in his career.

“Shevchenko is a very calm person, but under this surface you can feel tons of steel. He gave me some of the most important advice I’ve ever received. “Alex, listen to me,” he said. “Consider your strengths, not your weaknesses.” It’s simple but very profound and made me think about my game. I can’t dribble past two or three players. I can’t get ahead of players very fast protection to cover my climber.

“So don’t, Alex. First, you will look stupid. Second, you won’t help your team. Third, you will be disappointed in yourself. But don’t be. Find out what you are good at. Focus on this.”

Reporters and experts like to speak at every international break. “Why did you choose Zinchenko again? Aren’t you worried about Zinchenko’s form? Can you trust Zinchenko, a player who will not start for his club, in such an important game for the national team? “This discussion went on and on. Shevchenko was unique.

I’m sure things would have been different if my passport had been a different colour. As an English or French player on the fringes of City’s first team, my national team coach wouldn’t put me in the team. I had to change clubs to get a chance in the national team.

But Shevchenko believed in me. He supported me. Every time I joined the national team, I felt like a recognized player. Without his support, I would never have had the courage to represent my country,” Zinchenko said.

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