Andre Gomes: The defeat of the “Zenith” came the unexpected – Soviet Sport

Midfielder “Valencia” Andre Gomes shared his impressions after the defeat from the “Zenith” (2: 3) in the match of the first round group stage of the Champions League.

– This defeat was a surprise for us. We fought to the end to prevent it, but could not do it. But we will have five more games to be justified for the meeting today.

– What about tactical evolutions of your team?

– It was the coach’s decision. We realized that we need to look for some new solutions in order to score. We’ve had enough strength to win, but I had to take risks to win.

– you are back on the field after the injury.

– I really wanted to help the team and get out on the field. I will try to quickly collect the necessary standard and to play better – quoted Andre Gomes As.com.

Zenit opened the scoring in the 9th minute: after a counter-attack with the transfer of Danny opponent’s kick into the far corner struck the Hulk. He’s in the 45th minute doubled the advantage of the Russian club, sending the ball under the crossbar from outside the box after discount Artem Dzyuba.

In the second half, after two errors Yuri Lodygina Conseil and Andre Gomes scored a goal and equalized .

The winning goal in the 76th minute volley from outside the penalty scored belgisky midfielder “Zenith” Axel Witsel.

Thus, the “Zenith” won and became a leader of the group N. In a parallel meeting of the Belgian “Ghent” and the French “Lion” played in a draw 1: 1.

Show new messages automatically streaming media