Football player of the national team of Ukraine: “I want to give a smile to the Ukrainians”

Ukrainian female team player Natia Pantsulaia He shared his thoughts ahead of the crucial 2023 World Cup qualifiers against Scotland and Hungary.

“Our coach is of course a very good professional, so he always supported us, kept in touch with us. He was always interested in how we were physically and morally, whether we needed help, he was open to us and we felt his support. Today I think all opponents are quite difficult because the level of football is increasing and there is no team passing. That’s why all teams are complex, no matter what our group is. To date, we have not dismantled anyone yet, because we have our own missions, we fix some tactical moments, we build our own game. I understand that the coach wanted to level our physical condition, because the championships ended in different periods. I think it will be time to review.

Team games have always been important and a great motivation. In such games you always want to win and you need it. But today there is much more motivation, because every victory is like a puzzle to our common victory. That’s why I believe that we play not only for ourselves, but for the country, for the people. I want to give a smile to our people in Ukraine, at least for a few minutes.”

The match between the Ukraine and Scotland women’s teams will be held on 24 June, and the match against Hungary on 28 June.