Emmanuel Hakman's COMMENTS on the game with "Sumgayit" and the match with "Qarabag"

"Turan Tovuz" defender Emmanuel Hakman answered journalists' questions after the game against "Sumgayit" (2:1) in the 17th round of the Misli Premier League. We present the interview, in which an employee of Sport24.az also participated:

- How would you comment on the victory?
- It was a difficult game. We knew it would be like this from the beginning. No matter how strong the opponent is, our goal was to win. We fought well and got the result we needed. We continue on our way.

- Although you were completely superior in the first half, you left gaps in the back line in the second 45 minutes. What are the difficulties you experienced in defense due to?
- We really started the game very well, the advantage was completely on our side. In the second half, the opponent became more active. This is normal. Because "Sumgayit" also wanted to win. That's why they moved forward with great force. We structured our game accordingly. We know what to do in such moments. I think we did our best and won a well-deserved victory.

- Before the game, to what extent did the arrival of the chairman of the Board of Directors of the club, Ehtiram Guliyev, to the base and meeting with the team have a positive impact on "Turan Tovuz" in the match with "Sumgayit"?
- Of course, this kind of meeting of the club leader with us was a great motivation for the team. I am glad that we lived up to the trust and left the first match of the year with 3 points.

- Thanks to this victory, you rose to the third place in the tournament table. How far can "Turan Tovuz" go?
- We want to play in the Champions League. We wish it. We understand that this is not easy. But at the same time, we believe that we will achieve our dream. With each game, we get better and better.

- Your next match is against "Qarabag", which is one step away from the play-off stage of the Champions League. What are your expectations from that game?
- It will be a great game. "Qarabag" is also a very good team. Although we respect them, we will go to the field to win. Time will tell how it will be.