Leandro Andrade: "Even Cristiano Ronaldo can do that" - INTERVIEW

Interview with "Qarabağ" midfielder Leandro Andrade for Futbolxeber.az

- You experienced the bitterness of defeat at the end of a tense final. What prevented "Qarabağ" from making the "golden double"?

- Actually, it was clear from the beginning that the game would be difficult. Waiting a week after the championship ended, preparation, etc., all of this was not easy. Although the opponent opened the scoring in the match, we were able to come back. We were very close to victory. Unfortunately, we lost the cup by conceding a goal in our goal twice at the end. This should be a lesson for us. We must not make the same mistakes in future games and finals. Now it's time to rest.

- A penalty was awarded to "Qarabağ"'s goal twice during the game. Was this due to not being able to keep up physically?

- No, it has nothing to do with physical preparation. It comes from losing concentration for 1-2 seconds. Even the best in the world, even Cristiano Ronaldo, can do it. Also, if a penalty is awarded in our goal, it is not one person's fault. It is necessary to see where the opponent's attack starts, who loses the ball, etc. As I said, the penalty awarded in our goal is not the fault of one person alone.

- What can you say about refereeing?

- I don't want to talk about refereeing.

- It is already known that "Qarabağ" will start the fight in the UEFA Champions League not from the first, but from the second qualifying round...

- I am very excited, very happy that we will participate in the Champions League again. This was our goal from the beginning of the season. It is a pleasure to participate in this competition.

- During the cup awarding, you were also awarded for being the top scorer of the Premier League. What are your impressions?

- Of course, I am happy to be the top scorer of the Premier League. In the future, I will do my best to benefit my team with the goals I score and contribute to victories.

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