Press Conference «Neftekhimik –Ak Bars» 02/07/2023

Press Conference «Neftekhimik –Ak Bars» 02/07/2023

Oleg Leontyev, the head coach of HC Neftekhimik:

– We lost our power play battle. During 5 on 5 hockey we played well and took a 2-goal lead. Our opponent did a great job of taking advantage of its power play chances. Unfortunately, we lost. We need to get points in every game in order to make playoffs. Sure, our guys tried to do their best.

– We took a quick lead 2–0. Perhaps, team did not have enough emotions after taking this lead?

– Of course, when you have a 2–0 lead at home, you need to patiently wait for the opponent's mistakes.

Zinetula Bilyaletdinov, the head coach of HC Ak Bars:

– We were preparing for the game. We were sure that a tough game was ahead. The opponent played very well and it was no coincidence that they took the lead. It is great that our guys did a good job after trailing 0–2. We started to play in a right way and got a win.