It was his first appearance after two-year suspension. Still Olexandr saved the time several times. As the White-Blues returned to Kyiv he commented upon the match:
- Of course we aren't in good mood after the game against Valencia. Still we'll do our best to change the situation for better in the second leg. We must move forward with head held high.
- What did you feel when you had to make a substitute appearance early in the second half? We re you anxious?
- I must be always ready to take the field. It's difficult to describe my feelings. I hadn't been playing for two years. Anyway we worked properly at the training camp.
- You saved the team several times. Do you think you can earn supporters' confidence again? Some of them haven't forgiven you for playing for FC Shakhtar Donetsk...
- Supporters' attitude to me is quite natural. Still it's all in my hands. I hope I can earn their confidence.
- Will you take the field against Valencia CF in the second leg and can you become Dynamo first team regular?
- I have a great desire to play as much as possible to approve myself and to benefit the team. Still it's all upon the head coach's decision.
