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Yuri Vernidub, the head coach of "Neftchi," who defeated "Gabala" 3:1 away in the 24th round of the Misli Premier League, made remarkable statements at the post-match press conference. The Ukrainian specialist expressed his satisfaction with his team's performance and touched upon allegations circulating about his personal life and political issues.
Idman.Biz reports that Vernidub first thanked the fans and the opponent.
"I am grateful to our fans. It was an interesting game. Although "Gabala" lost, I like their football. Gabala has a very beautiful football center and stadium. If the refereeing continues like this, everything will be fine. Not qualifying for the European Cups will not be a tragedy, just an unpleasant event. The fight continues, there are still 10 rounds ahead. Success is in our hands," said the head coach.
The experienced coach also reacted harshly to the criticism in the Ukrainian press regarding his meeting with Kurban Berdyev, the coach of "Turan Tovuz," in the previous round:
"I am not interested in what is written. As far as I know, Berdyev is Turkmen, I don't know how many passports he has. I am the same as I was on the first day of the war. Let those who write about me say what they have done in the last four years? I am 60 years old, let them try to provoke me as much as they want. I am in football and I am doing my job."
