Dynamo forward Matviy Ponomarenko summed up the match against Zorya (2:0) on UPL TV.
— I think our game improved, but today was not easy, especially in the first half. It was good that we talked in the dressing room. We corrected our mistakes and pushed our opponents until the end, scoring two important goals. We are going into the international break in a good mood.
— After the break Keasse Bah replaced Vladyslav Kabaiev. What changed in terms of the attacking approach?
— Actually, nothing. Every winger carries out the task set by the coach. I suppose Keasse was told to take the initiative. He made the game more dangerous, and chances started appearing. I think he came into the game well and strengthened the team. He could have scored himself as well. We have a good player who can beat an opponent, create danger and make our attack more threatening.
— You have scored in two consecutive UPL matches. You particularly surprised everyone in the previous game with a goal from a direct free kick, which the fans may not have expected…
— I hope the fans will see goals like that more than once, and that I will continue at the same pace.
— Is the task of breaking Henrikh Mkhitaryan’s record still relevant?
— Yes, I am not taking back my words.
— Are you satisfied with the pace you are going at?
— I can score even more.
— You are joining the Ukraine national team. Head coach Andrea Maldera has called up six forwards in total. How do you view this fact?
— I am happy to have received the call-up. I am proud that I will represent the national team. I am ready to go there and compete for a place in the starting lineup.
