The head coach of FC Sheriff Stjepan Tomas answered the questions of journalists after the victorious return match of the Europa League playoff stage against the Armenian champion FC Pyunik (0:0, 3:2 on penalties).

 

- Congratulations to the team, the club's management and all the fans with the passage to the group stage of the UEFA Europa League. Thanks to the fans from Tiraspol and thanks to everyone who supported us in Chisinau. We are building a new team and the group stage of this tournament is a good result for us.

 

- One goalkeeper played in the Champions League, another in Balti, today - Dumitru Celeadnic. Have you decided who is number one on the team?

- Yes, now we have three goalkeepers, Maxim Koval recently joined us, he needs more time. Today Dumitru Celeadnic showed a very good game. Well done Dima, I am very pleased with his game.

 

- In the middle line you do not have such a leader as Stjepan Radeljic. What will you do next? Increasingly, the question of teamwork in attack is raised. Unfortunately, there is a lot of fuss, no accurate passes, no timeliness in the actions of the players, etc. How are you trying to solve this problem?

- The team started well, I think the ball possession was about 60%, but there were few shots on goal. We overcome the first and second zones, but in conclusion, the implementation is lame.

 

- Tomas, the draw is tomorrow, who do you want to play against in the group stage?

- I like Italian teams - if someone is from them, I will be happy.

 

- Do you want to compete with Jose Mourinho team?

- If possible, then yes.

 

- Will there be any transfers to the group stage?

- I already spoke with the director. Maybe someone will show up.

 

- What position?

- In the middle of the field, in the support zone and maybe more in attack.

 

- It seems that the player under the ninth number does not justify your trust. I'm sorry for saying that. Maybe you don't agree?

- I think he needs adaptation. He tries, he fights with all his might. But there is nervousness in the completion of the attacks. He creates moments, he needs more time to adapt.

 

- I.e. Do you believe in him?

- He is a good football player, he tries. There will be healthy competition in attack. It's a good option for amplification.

 

- Penalty will be included in the program for the next workout?

- We put up everyone who was ready for this and felt good.

 

- Tell me, is Stjepan Radeljic a leader in the team today? How do you like his today's game?

- He has always been and is today an important player for us. He is a good player with good character. He has great qualities. If he continues to play like this, I think he will play for the national team of his country.