This was stated by "Shamakhi"'s Brazilian defender Antonio Lara in an interview with sportinfo.az.
We present the interview:
- What can you say about the victory?
- Our main desire in the Cup was to continue to advance. At the same time, there were a lot of rotations. We achieved an important victory by giving minutes to those who don't play much in the team.
- What prevented you from defeating the lower league representative more easily?
- I think we had a safe game. We controlled the game and did not suffer in defense. If we were a little luckier, we could have scored more goals.
- Your main goal in the league is to protect your place, what about the cup?
- Everything is possible, I have been in this situation before and the season ended with a title for me. We have a great team and we will continue to fight to advance as much as possible.
- You were in the starting lineup for the first time...
- I work hard every day and do my best for the club. It is nice to play 90 minutes and I will consistently fight to earn my place in the starting eleven.