Nikolai Krivolapov: «I am grateful to everyone for my debut!»
16.12.2025

Neftekhimik forward Nikolai Krivolapov speaks with the media after a following 2–5 loss against Torpedo.
– You could say my dream came true today! I have come a long way, and my parents and family supported me. I am grateful to everyone for my debut!
– Was there any nervousness before the first shift?
– Not at all. I knew I had to play as hard as possible so I could get the second shift as quickly as possible.
– Did you feel the difference between the JHL and the KHL?
– Of course! The leagues are completely different. The guys here are more skilled, and the speed is completely different. The difference is noticeable.
– Was there any nervousness before the first shift?
– Not at all. I knew I had to play as hard as possible so I could get the second shift as quickly as possible.
– Did you feel the difference between the JHL and the KHL?
– Of course! The leagues are completely different. The guys here are more skilled, and the speed is completely different. The difference is noticeable.