Midfielder of Dnepr-1 and the Ukrainian national team Oleksandr Pikhalyonok spoke about the team’s continued preparation for the Euro 2024 qualifying matches against North Macedonia and Malta.
Alexander Pikhalenok (photo: P. Kubanov)
“We’ve already had very intense training for three days with many tactical exercises. Tomorrow the intensity will decrease, then intensify again. This is a weekly cycle that is planned that way. I think the team is completely ready for the match with North Macedonia. So to speak, everything is on alert.
The national team is always highly competitive. Almost everyone is ready to play, except perhaps Denis Popov, who is still working on an individual program.
North Macedonia is the same team, with the same tactics as in the last match. We analyze her matches against us and Italy, look at the features and prepare. This is a qualifying match for the European Championship, so every game is very important here. You have to go out and give it one hundred percent. We have a tournament need to take six points in two matches, but this does not put pressure, but on the contrary, gives strength and motivation. We have no room for error.
I also have my own motivation. I’ve already been called up for several training camps, but so far I haven’t been able to get on the field. I’m waiting for my chance, I want to take full advantage of it if I’m given it. I think I’m ready to surprise everyone in a good way,” said the Dnipro resident.
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2023-10-12 17:41:00
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