Press Conference «Neftekhimik – CSKA» 09/08/2023

Press Conference «Neftekhimik – CSKA» 09/08/2023

Oleg Leontyev, the head coach of HC Neftekhimik:

– We got too much penalties. Twenty penalty minutes is too much for one game. We made individual mistakes that led to this outcome. During this game, we had good chances to change this outcome. You should not get so much penalties in this league.

– Two Neftekhimik players made their debut - Shaborshin and Gainullin. How would you rate their game?

– Yes, they played today against the champion. They played not bad for a first game. We will give a chance to Neftekhimik hockey school’s players.

– What happened in the second period?

– It is easier to play, if you scored first. This kind of goal gives you confidence. In the second period, CSKA made good line changes that led to conceded goal by our side.

Sergei Fyodorov, the head coach of HC CSKA:

– Congratulations to our team on this victory. We managed to play all 60 minutes in a right way. There were different situations on the ice: power play, penalty killing, 5 on 5. I liked the game. There is always something to work on. Today our guys did a good job. Congratulations to our fans on this victory. We appreciate thanks your support.