After the final match of the group stage of the Champions League, in which the “Zenith” lost “Ghent”, André Villas-Boas complained about the abundance of yellow cards shown judges Artem Dzyuba expressed his wish to meet in the play- off to PSV, and Danny was disappointed that the team has not won a sixth consecutive victory.
Mentor “Zenith” Andre Villas-Boas was unhappy with the actions of the judge during the losing “Gent” match. The Portuguese said that he was disappointed by the fact that he could not lead the team to six wins in the group stage.
– What do you say after the final whistle with the judge? What the episode discussed?
– we are not talking about a particular episode. As a Portuguese, I am very disappointed that the referee’s not on a par with the match, particularly in regard to the yellow cards – Villas-Boas told the official website of “Zenith”.
– We have reached the playoffs, could bring here a second team, but did not do this out of respect to the situation in our group, for opponents to fight and got seven yellow cards, and now five players are under threat of disqualification.
These judges have the quality, but sometimes there are moments in which it is possible to give and not to give a warning, and today they have their given. Again, we have already reached the 1/8 finals, the match meant nothing, but we have brought here out of respect for the strongest team, but the referee decided to make himself a party in Ghent.
In general, both teams played well today. I am glad that the “Gent” eventually passed on – they have the motivation, there is a working system, they were good. Although, in my opinion, it would be more fair if the meeting ended in a draw.
– You – the first coach of the “Zenith”, where the team advanced to the playoffs of the Champions League at the first place. But you were not able to repeat the achievement of “Spartacus” and won six in a group. What is now more – satisfaction or disappointment?
– Of course, we are disappointed that we could not win here and win all six matches.
But this should not cast a shadow over what we have before we scored 15 points, we had a very good matches and is now looking forward to the playoffs. Win six games – that was our dream, so now we will wait for the next opportunity.
– Judging by the last two matches, whether you agree with the those who say that Artem Dzyuba too dependent on the Hulk?
– Dziuba worked very well, went to the excellent position, and I’m not just talking about the moment with a goal, but also about the attacks in the first half. It is clear that everyone wants to play with a strong partner. We do not have the Hulk, and we miss him, but if in the “Real” Cristiano Ronaldo was not, and “Barcelona” Lionel Messi, it would have been a difficult situation for them. So here we are no exception. Strongest makes you stronger, and those who play with them.
But in general we are very satisfied Dziuba and I think that it is quite deservedly holds now the best period of his career.
– Not whether you thought to enhance the game, Oleg Shatov? And why did you spend the second half better than the first?
– Shatov injured. Yes, we have included it in the application, but with little chance of appearing on the field. In the second half we do better simply because it began to work better with the ball and avoid mistakes made in the first half. Yes, the match would end in a draw, and very sorry that we could not in the end to score the necessary goal.
– is already known to all the possible contenders for the playoffs. With whom would you like to play?
– I do not know. At this stage of the competition, in any case, it becomes very difficult. For the Russian club to hold the first match on the road – it is a great advantage, but there is a drawback – our winter break.
first match after the end – this is the game of the playoffs. So we’re going to prepare in Qatar and Portugal, and then – just a game. But it is also important that the second game will be held in our field, “Peter”, in the winter, and this can be a problem even for our competitors.
In any case, it will be very difficult, we have to keep in mind, including the problem of warning, but we will try and do everything to reach the quarterfinals.
Head coach “” Gent “Hein Vanhazebruk after the match, said he was proud of his players as they left,” Zenit “no sixth consecutive victory.
«We started well – quoted coach official website of UEFA. – But then they saw why “Zenit” won the group – this is a very smart team that plays good football. We gloriously defended the attack was all right, but in the center of the field had hard.
But we had a Nana Asare, who perfectly balanced whole team. Moses Simon was voted the best player of the match, but Asare strongly influenced the result. We know what is the situation in Valencia, and that victory is not already mandatory, but I am very happy that we won.
If you’ve seen the reaction of Villas-Boas on goal Dziuba, then you might think that the “Zenith” just won the final of the tournament. This shows how much the guests wanted to take the 18 points. The victory in this meeting makes me proud and happy for his players ».
Forward Artem Dzyuba acknowledged that without Hulk” Zenith “has looked less formidable team. In the playoffs, the striker wanted to avenge CSKA Dutch PSV.
«I really wanted to win. But perhaps we do not deserve to win in this game – admitted Dziuba. – Leveling the score to feel that we can make a small miracle and win. But frankly, “Gent” deserved to go into the playoffs with a second place. It is organized by the team of all our opponents in the group. It’s nice that scored, but it is a pity that I lost.
We did not have the Hulk. Once again convinced that without “Zenith” – a completely different team. And there was Witsel, Smolnikova and Shatov. There would be a whole clip – could win. In addition, the judge poddushil us today decently, though like the Portuguese, we have as many Portuguese.
I want to repeat history by winning all six matches in the group. It did not happen, but this is football, we must draw conclusions. We will make progress. As for my goal, I am very glad that scored, but the goal would be exchanged for our victory. I experience the best period of my life, enjoying my football. But the euphoria I have not at that age. Hope spring appear in the same form.
If you dream, I would like to rivals PSV Eindhoven. All other possible contenders – crazy team. In principle, we will build on itself. I think we are able to pass this round. We have a good coaching staff, a good selection of players. There is “Real,” “Barcelona”, “Bavaria” – a monster, space. With the others can play. Already well that we are in 1/8. But if you choose, PSV. ”
The captain of “Zenith” Danny, on the other hand, chose to remain silent when the question of a potential rival.
– The result was not happy, because we came here to win. It was important for the “Zenith”, and for the country. Now we need to go home, relax and see who we get in the playoffs.
– Already know the options?
– We know, but it does not matter. We have to play to win with any team. I hope we can do it.
– Who do you personally would like to meet?
– I have no special preferences. We need to be tuned to any opponent. I believe in my team.
Alexander Ryazantsev did not discuss the actions of judges, and the abundance of yellow cards will certainly explained the desire to win this match.
– Of course, we are happy to be released in the playoffs, are now waiting for an opponent. Sorry, could not win and repeat the record, but the main goal is achieved.
– There are explanations of the actions the judge?
– do not comment on the decision of the arbitrator.
I can explain our actions – we wanted to win and bred. When you play, you can not always be regarded objectively episode.
– Who would want to meet in the 1/8 finals?
– I would like to receive the command, we would be able to pass. Let’s see who will be the second basket. Honestly, I do not even know all the possible contenders.
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