Danil Yurtaikin: «We have had a very good practice»
04.01.2026
Neftekhimik forward Danil Yurtaikin speaks with the media before tommorow's game against Salavat Yulaev.
– Salavat Yulaev needs no introduction. Everyone knows that Salavat is a fast team. They have a lot of young, but quite skilled players. Every team is counting points now more than ever and fighting for a place in the top eight. I think the fans can expect a very tense game. They are outside the top eight. We have had a very good practice now and are prepared for upcoming game.
– We have played against Salavat Yulaev three times at home this season. But we got only one win. How do you play against such a fast team?
– Well, first of all, we need to stick to our game and coaching staff's task. We need to be more aggressive on offense, shoot more, have more possesion of the puck , and take advantage of our goal–scoring chances. We will work hard.
– You had two good chances yesterday.
– Yeah, I agree, we need to work on it. We need to play a little more calmly, handle the puck better. I worked on that in practice today, and I hope I can do it tomorrow.
– As we have already mentioned, we have played three games against Salavat this season and got only one win. Why?
– Well, every game is different;. It seems like we are two attacking teams, but not many goals were scored in those games, so, as I said, we need to stick to our game, follow the coach's instructions, and I think the wins will come!
