“Shakhtar’s class is not superior to Borussia’s”

Famous Ukrainian coach Roman sanjar shared his expectations for the match between Shakhtar Donetsk and Borussia Mönchengladbach in the Champions League.

“I don’t think Shakhtar is superior to Borussia and they should take their three points without fail. Borussia Mönchengladbach is playing in a very strong championship and if from year to year they win the right to represent Germany in European competition, that only shows their high quality. Another thing is that, in my opinion, the Donetsk team includes more creative artists who, with their non-standard actions, can create difficulties for the well-oiled mechanism of the Borussia. That is why tomorrow a lot will depend on whether the Pitmen will be able to use their trump cards.

Although, I repeat, the Shakhtar will face a serious test. I believe that Donetsk manager Luis Castro will continue to trust those players who have come out loud in the clashes with Real Spanish and Inter Italian. If there is any change to Shakhtar’s roster, it will be minor. Most likely, Junior Moraes will play the spearhead of the attack again. It seems to me that Luis Castro is going to take care of the reliability of the rear, especially since in the games with Real Madrid and Inter his players have triumphed in team actions in defense, and only then will he point them to find the shortest paths towards the German goal. And I have no doubt that the Pitmen will deftly launch themselves into counterattacks. Of course, from a strategic point of view, Shakhtar need to defeat Borussia, this would guarantee them the continuation of their performances in European competitions in the spring, however a tied result would be an acceptable result, ”said Sanzhar.

The match of the third day of the group stage of the Champions League Shakhtar vs Borussia Mönchengladbach will take place on Tuesday, November 3 at 7:55 p.m.