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"It was a difficult game. There weren't many scoring chances."
This was stated by "Turan Tovuz" goalkeeper Sergey Samok in an interview with sport24.az.
We present this interview.
- You won an important victory in the 23rd round of the Azerbaijan Premier League. How would you comment on the match (1:0) in which you defeated "Neftchi"?
- It was a difficult game. There weren't many scoring chances. Neither for us nor for the opponent. In the first half, "Neftchi's" wing crosses were dangerous. But our defenders coped with it. After the break, we were more active and scored the winning goal. I think we won an important 3 points.
- You probably knew before the game that "Zira" had lost points in the match against "Kapaz". Did this moment further increase your motivation?
- Frankly, I didn't know this before the game. I only heard that "Zira" had lost points after our match with "Neftchi" ended. This surprised me in a good way. But it is impossible to say anything now. Because there are still 10 rounds ahead. Therefore, we must try to win every match.
- Can we say that "Turan Tovuz" took an important step towards the bronze medal thanks to this victory?
- Of course. But "Neftchi" is also a good team. Despite the difference in points between us, they had a mathematical chance to overtake us. Therefore, this victory is important for us. But I repeat again that you should not relax in any way. There is approximately 1 lap ahead.
- You haven't conceded a goal in your goal for 8 consecutive games. What is the main reason for this successful streak?
- Of course, not conceding a goal in 8 games is a very good result. It is also pleasant for me. But this is not only my work. If we don't concede a goal, the whole team plays a role in it. So our defenders are doing their job.
- Kurban Berdyev speaks little at press conferences. More precisely, he gives specific and laconic answers to questions. It is interesting whether he performs in the same way in the dressing room after such important victories?
- It's different every time. After the match with "Neftchi", he was also emotional. Because we won an important victory. Everyone was happy with this result. Of course, Kurban Berdyev too. True, he doesn't talk much even after victories. In general, whether before or after the game, or during training, although Berdyev speaks briefly, he always finds the words needed for victory. He gives us good motivation, conveys his instructions. We try to implement what he says on the field.
