"Due to the national team games, the players were a bit separated. We needed to play together."
This was stated by "Qarabagh" defender Bahlul Mustafazadeh in an interview with futbolxeber.az.
We present that interview:
- You defeated "Sumgayit" 4:2 in a difficult match. How would you comment on the victory?
- "Sumgayit" performs well at home. For this reason, we prepared for the match to the maximum extent. The game was very tense. In some periods they were superior, in some parts we were. In the end, we won 3 points and we are happy about that. We continue on our way.
- "Qarabagh" suffered its only defeat in the first round against "Sumgayit". Did this moment further increase your motivation?
- Of course, if you lose to a team, you have to prepare twice as hard for the second meeting. We did that too. We were trying to score goals. The opponent also had chances. In the end, we won.
- Can we say that this match was a good preparation for "Qarabagh" before the game with "Napoli"?
- Due to the national team games, the players were a bit separated. We needed to play together. The game with "Napoli" is coming up. Now we have to think about that match.
- To what extent does this intense schedule - national team games, championship, Champions League - tire the players?
- We are used to it. This does not create a problem for us.
- What are your expectations from the match with "Napoli"?
- It's a difficult away game. However, our goal is to win points. We will do our best for this. I believe that we will achieve a successful result in the difficult Italian trip.
- How do you assess "Qarabagh"'s chances of getting into the top 24 after 4 rounds in the Champions League with 7 points?
- We have a chance. But we must not forget that all of our opponents are strong teams. Nevertheless, we will fight to the end.