Dmitry Zhukenov: « It is no surprise that just one goal decided the outcome of the game»
21.03.2025
Neftekhimik forward Dmitry Zhukenov speaks with the media after a following 2–1 win over Admiral.
– It was a good, and at the same time, a fighting game. Nobody wanted to lose. We wanted to please the fans, and Admiral needed to strengthen its position in the standings. So it is no surprise that just one goal decided the outcome of the game.
– It is no secret that Admiral needed to win in order to guarantee seventh place in the Eastern Conference. Did you feel how charged they were?
– Yes. They created a lot of chances near our goal, they played well on the power play. Fortunately, the victory is on our side today.
– You scored a goal...
– When you score, there are always positive emotions. In addition, the team won. This adds even more positivity.
– We recently played against Admiral in Vladivostok. How much was today’s game different from the previous ones?
– Of course, it is more difficult to play in the Far East. The time zone has a big impact. However, you can look at this situation from the other side: Admiral also plays away from home at a time that is not theirs. So everyone is on equal terms.
– It is no secret that Admiral needed to win in order to guarantee seventh place in the Eastern Conference. Did you feel how charged they were?
– Yes. They created a lot of chances near our goal, they played well on the power play. Fortunately, the victory is on our side today.
– You scored a goal...
– When you score, there are always positive emotions. In addition, the team won. This adds even more positivity.
– We recently played against Admiral in Vladivostok. How much was today’s game different from the previous ones?
– Of course, it is more difficult to play in the Far East. The time zone has a big impact. However, you can look at this situation from the other side: Admiral also plays away from home at a time that is not theirs. So everyone is on equal terms.
