Interview with "Neftchi" defender Murad Khachaev for Futbolxeber.az
- Although you were the dominant side in the game against "Sabah", it was impossible to stand out in any way. What was missing?
- Indeed, we were the dominant side on the field for 90 minutes. We attacked, created scoring chances. Unfortunately, we couldn't score in any way.
- The team has scored 1 goal in 4 rounds, and that was from a penalty. Maybe the problem is in the attack line?
- I wouldn't say that. Because goals are not only scored by forwards. Midfielders and flank defenders also create dangerous episodes. We're just unlucky. Sometimes we miss such moments... 100 percent chances are missed. One can't find words to say. Whatever this is, it's not related to football.
- You were unlucky in this game, but overall the series of winless games has reached 4. What's the problem, why can't "Neftchi" win?
- It's impossible to think of something, to blame someone or something. As I said, we play better than our opponents in all matches. We attack constantly, create scoring chances. We just can't stand out. That's the biggest problem.
- Don't you think that consecutive point losses distance the team from its goal? At this rate, European cups may again become unattainable...
- Only 4 rounds have passed. We talk among ourselves with the players. We need to taste victory. After scoring 2-3 goals, the team will recover. As victories line up, we will reach our goal.
- Do you want to say something to the fans regarding the unsuccessful run?
- I thank them for their support. They are with us in every game. They see that we put 100 percent of our strength on the field. We're just unlucky. I believe that we will make them happy in the upcoming meetings.
- You will face "Sumgayit" in the next round. Does the game against your former club excite you?
- Yes, I will play against my former club. But this is just a regular match. Next round, next game, nothing else. If I go out on the field, I will do my best for "Neftchi" to win.
- How do you think the Sumgayit fans will greet you?
- It would be better if you asked them about that. When I played in "Sumgayit", I gave 100 percent of my strength for the team's success. But overall, I don't know how they will approach it.
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