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After the match between "Sumgayit" and "Shamakhi" (1:1) in the third round of the Misli Premier League, the head coach of the visiting team, Aykhan Abbasov, answered journalists' questions. Sport24.az reports that the expert first shared his thoughts on the meeting…
– We knew it would be a tense game. "Sumgayit" started the season well. We also wanted to win points. The last game didn't work out. Today, both sides attacked. Goals were scored from standard situations. My players did not fall apart after conceding a goal. After that, we had more episodes. Both teams deserved a point. There is a break. The championship is intense.
– The U-21 team has a match against Portugal ahead. Is it difficult to prepare?
– We have analyzed Portugal. It will be a great experience. I hope we will pass this test with flying colors. I believe.
– Sasha Ilic closed Rafael's flank, and Rufat attacked from the other side…
– For two games, we have been facing surprises. We were not ready for Amin Seydiyev and Rahman to play on the flank in the game against "Sabah". Because they hadn't played like that before. Today, it was interesting that Jankovic did not play. I know him from "Cukaricki". He entered the field more vigorously in the second half. We had difficulty, we changed the system after the goal.
– After switching to two forwards, you created episodes. Are you thinking of continuing with this system in the upcoming games?
– I like playing with two forwards. We tested it in friendly matches. After conceding a goal, the opponent started playing cautiously. We had good episodes in the last minutes.
– Can Edgar's goal be a boost to his return?
– I was satisfied with his game against "Sabah". Young players don't always have stability. Everything is under our control. There are certain things related to age. Matches like Portugal and Bulgaria will help them.
