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An interview with Elmar Bakhshiyev, head coach of "Araz-Nakhchivan," on GOL.az
- How are your training sessions going? To what extent does the current state of the players satisfy you?
- The condition of the players is getting better day by day. Everything is in order. We are doing our best to get the team into optimal shape in a short time. I am satisfied with the progress of the training camp.
- Will the legionnaires be fully adapted to the team before the first game against "Aris" in the UEFA Conference League?
- We have time. The newcomers are also adapting to the team. I believe that the team will be ready for the first match against "Aris."
- Patrick Andrade, who left "Qarabag," was said to be moving to "Neftchi," but was transferred to "Araz-Nakhchivan"...
- Andrade was a player I liked and wanted to see in my command. I am glad that he joined us. I think he will be useful to our team.
- Igor Ribeiro, the main defender of your team, will join "Neftchi" after the European Cup. Are you looking for a back-line player to replace him?
- Igor will be with us in the European Cups. We are not thinking about what will happen after that right now. Of course, we intend to fill his place.
- Besides defense, are you planning to strengthen any position, or is the staffing of the team already complete?
- The defense line that we want to strengthen remains. But overall, if there is a chance to take an extra player, a transfer is possible.
- I guess you have already started analyzing "Aris."
- Frankly, we have not analyzed it on a large scale. We have general information.
- After the opponent was determined in the European Cups, were there any changes in your plans for "Aris"?
- No. We are currently thinking more about our own preparation, not the opponent. First of all, we must bring the team to the desired shape.
- The Greek club has a total of 22 legionnaires in its squad, 8 of whom are Spanish and graduates of clubs such as "Barcelona" and "Real." It is clear that all this makes the work of "Araz-Nakhchivan" difficult. If we take a realistic approach, how do you assess the chances of passing the stage?
- Yes, the opponent has a strong squad. But as I said, at this point, we are thinking more about having good preparation and being in optimal shape for the upcoming match. We will approach the opponent correctly and focus on a successful result. Of course, "Aris" is a well-known opponent. However, my players will try to do their best.
- Is the first game being in Baku against "Araz-Nakhchivan"?
- After the away goal was canceled, it no longer matters in modern football on which field the first game or the second meeting is held. Therefore, I do not think that holding the first match at home is against us.
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