Athletistic / Football. The governor of the Voronezh region, Alexander Gusev, spoke about the match between Fakel and Zenit. The official criticized the visiting team for trying to stall for time at the end of the match.
Gusev also noted that such a draw is akin to a victory. The governor appreciated the great dedication of the Fakel players.
“There are different types of draws. This one is akin to a victory! In a stubborn finish, our team managed to equalize the score. Before that, we created many chances, we fought without ourselves spare nor the opponent, all the substitutions have been made. It is certain that the visiting fans will have a different opinion, but I do not remember many matches during which the current national champion would linger like this, “said. Gusev.
“Fakel” and “Zenith” could not identify the winner and played with a score of 1:1. Voronezh won a penalty in the last minutes of the match, converted by Markov.
Source: Sport
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