2 thought the game would end faster “

Shakhtar Head Coach Luis Castro He commented on the sensational victory in the first day of the Champions League against Real Madrid (3: 2).

– It was a very good result, we knew very well the difficulties that awaited us during the match. The strategy has been defined, we have completed everything planned. The players were fantastic on the field from the first minute of the game.

When we are vigilant, strict and disciplined, and we know how qualified we are and what qualities we have, then we are closer to winning, even against a club like Real Madrid. It is clear that the opposing team is full of fantastic players, but we have been able to overcome these difficulties and today take a good victory from Madrid.

– Can you say that Shakhtar had the best first half of the season?

– Yes, you can say that. We created scoring chances, they were also in the second half. The 3: 2 score made us defend even more, we thought a bit that the game would end faster. But in any case, it was a good opportunity to grow as a team. Today we have shown that we are very strong tactically, technically and that we are confident in the future.

– Did the youth of the defensive line help Real Madrid to recover two goals?

– We defend as a team, we attack as a team. We will never divide the team into parts. I’m not interested in the age of the players, I’m interested in who we are as a team. Today we were strong, ambitious, united and brave. Our team understood that we could win today’s game. I’m happy with my guys and happy that it has brought joy to the fans.

– What is your opinion now about the first game of the group against Real Madrid away from home?

– I still have the same opinion I had. Our group is the strongest: Real, Inter and Borussia are very strong teams. This was the first game, nothing was lost, nothing was gained. The doors are open for all teams. We are aware of what needs to be done.

We must close this game, restore the players. Vorskla is already waiting for us on Saturday. Shakhtar has a very limited staff, – said Castro.