Ravil Izmaylov, the general director of the "Baltika" team, gave an exclusive interview about the start of the new season and the draw game with the "Dinamo" team. This was reported by Euro-football.ru.
While commenting on the matches, he emphasized that the "Baltika" team managed to earn points against "Dinamo." When asked whether the recent victory over "Zenit" in a friendly match boosted the team's confidence, Ravil Izmaylov stated that this game should not be overestimated.
Because the match had a friendly nature and the main focus should be on the championship games. He also noted that the game with "Dinamo" went well, the result was generally satisfactory, but it could have ended better.
Speaking about the complex schedule at the beginning of the season, he mentioned that there are games against strong teams like "Dinamo" and "Spartak," as well as the necessity to play away five times in the first seven rounds. However, he indicated that this situation could be perceived as a psychological relief for the team, as there is a possibility of reduced responsibility.
Ravil Izmaylov said: "Playing against big teams will happen sooner or later. Therefore, it is incorrect to talk about a good or bad schedule.
Yes, the schedule is tough, but we started the season well." The next game will be against "Spartak."
When asked if "Baltika" could take points from a team that is also fighting for gold medals, he replied: "The game will show." The interview author is Elena Grigoryevskaya.
