Separately, Markevich Sr. highlighted the play of Zinchenko and Yaremchuk
Famous Ukrainian coach Miron Markevich commented on the victory of the Ukrainian national team over Albania (2:1) in the final round of the group stage of Division B1 Nations League 2024/25.
“In Tirana, the Ukrainian team managed to unite at the decisive moment and demonstrate that they know how to play football. After all, the hosts, with the exception of the game episode that led to a penalty, created practically nothing at the visitors’ goal. The victory of Sergei Rebrov’s team was well-deserved.”
“I’m very happy for Alexander Zinchenko and Roman Yaremchuk, who returned to the starting lineup on time. They not only scored goals in their debut, but were leaders and led the way.”
“Of course, I’m glad that the Ukrainian team remains in the game and is vying for promotion. Although the coaching staff has something to work on, first of all, on improving team actions. Because the differences in the game in literally every match played in the League of Nations cannot but worry. Moreover, the next opponents will be stronger.”
Rebrov’s team scored twice in the match with Albania by the 10th minute. First, Alexander Zinchenko brought the blue-yellows ahead, and then Roman Yaremchuk increased the guests’ advantage. After the break, Nedim Bajrami reduced the gap in the score with a penalty, but the Albanians were not enough to do more.
Ukraine finished in second place in Group B1 of the 2024/25 Nations League. Over the course of six rounds, Rebrov’s team scored eight points, recording two wins, two draws and two losses.
The blue-and-yellows made it to the playoffs for the right to advance to Division A. Ukraine can play Scotland, Hungary, Serbia or Belgium. The draw will take place on Friday, November 22. The playoff matches themselves will take place next year – on March 20 and 23.
Source: Sportarena
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