"It was a very important victory. The players felt nervous in the first minutes. Thank God we won." According to Sport24.az, these words were said by Kurban Berdyev, the head coach of "Turan Tovuz", after the match with "Sumgayit" in the 27th round of the Misli Premier League.
He also answered questions from journalists.
- The excitement was felt more in the second half of the game. Did complacency arise after the two goals?
- After 2:0, we tried to keep the score. We also conceded a goal. Thank God the score didn't end 2:2.
- What was the condition of the pitch?
- It was very good. We hope it stays that way forever. We thank the president of the club for creating such conditions. Because it is very difficult to play on an artificial pitch.
- Would you object if Aliyar Aghayev was appointed to this game?
- What can be done? It is necessary to play. But I don't know any of the referees.
- With this victory, "Turan Tovuz" got a little closer to "Garabagh". Now the difference in points has decreased to 4. Does this show that "Turan Tovuz" is fighting for second place?
- We have talked about this several times. The next meeting is important for us. Everything is in God's hands. The next game is important.
- How ready is "Turan Tovuz" for the European Cups?
- It is difficult to say now. It depends on the strengthening of the squad and with whom it will be strengthened. We are talking about it now. But we haven't reached there yet.
- If "Turan Tovuz" gets into the European Cups, would you like to play home games in Tovuz?
- Of course. Tovuz is our city, this is our field. We would like to.
- Your contract with "Turan Tovuz" expires at the end of the season. Will you extend the contract period?
- I am satisfied with the conditions. But the decision must be made by the president of the club.