Kirill Urakov: «It was a good hard–battled game»

Neftekhimik forward Kirill Urakov speaks with the media after a following 2–0 win over Salavat Yulaev.

– It was a good hard–battled game. We played well defensively despite the pressure that the opponent put on us. We blocked a lot of shots.

– When you scored the second goal, did you understand that you were catching up with the puck?

– I knew that I would get the possession of the puck.

– This game was an emotional and energy one. The day after tomorrow you will play against Ak Bars. It is an important game, crosstown–rivalry. Will you be ready mentally?

– Of course, we will. You know, this is a Tatarstan crosstown–rivalry. I used to watch the games of these two teams. There was always a special intensity during these games.