The second part of the press conference before the match between the UAE and Uzbekistan, which is part of the 3rd qualifying round of the World Cup, featured head coach Timur Kapadze and winger Jaloliddin Masharipov.
“Hello everyone. Of course, we have an important and exciting match ahead of us tomorrow. We are all healthy. I am glad to see you,” said Kapadze.
“Hello everyone. There is some excitement because we have never been in such a stage and period. Our 36 million people are expecting a positive result from us. We are planning to hold a big celebration for our people. It’s time to show that we deserve to be at the World Cup. It won’t be easy for us, but I think nothing will hinder us. Tomorrow we will try to make the fans from Uzbekistan happy,” said Masharipov.
- It is very important to study the opponent before a big game. The head coach has changed in the UAE. How much do you know about the opponent? What kind of game do you expect from them?
- Of course, we have studied them. We have prepared well in every aspect. It’s true that they have a new coach. However, he didn’t just appear today. We tried to learn about them. The main thing is that we need to think about our game and show a good performance.
- We know that this is an important period for Uzbekistan, as the team would be satisfied with just 1 point from 2 games. How do you feel? Are you in contact with former coach Katanes? How is he doing?
- Of course, the players worked hard to reach this period. We have two important games ahead of us. Everything is in our hands. We need to win tomorrow and prepare for the next game. Srechko Katanets is in good health. His assistants are currently working in my staff.
- A question for the player. You entered the national team camp with a big speaker. I'm curious, what songs are on your playlist?
- My playlist includes Uzbek songs that lift the mood (laughs). This affects our mood. The guys think the same way. We listen to songs about our homeland because we are playing for our country.
