Striker Nizhnekamsk “petrochemical » Ansel Galimov told RB Sport that the team fought to the last in Game 5 of the Fonbet KHL Championship first round playoff series against Ak Bars.
Ak Bars beat Neftekhimik at home with the score 6:1 (1:1, 4:0, 1:0).
– Lost the battle, but not the war, it happens. It seems like a good start, but something needs to be improved. We will come to Nizhnekamsk, watch the game and fight with renewed vigor.
– You scored your first playoff goal today. What emotions? It seemed like it was easier not to score there.
– Yes! But go ahead and be there. Make your way to get there. You have to practice a lot. In general, we pressed well, we had many other moments where we were able to score. But one goal is not enough to defeat Ak Bars.
– In almost every match, Neftekhimik conceded first. What is the reason?
– I don’t understand what the problem is. We do the sorting. Each time we are told to start well, but they always score first.
– Score 1:6 – per game?
– Absolutely not. The team fought until the end. How many were blocked, how long we spent in the attack. I don’t think we should now sprinkle ashes on our heads and look for the culprits.
— In all guest games, you are supported by a large fan sector. Give strength?
– A big thank you to the fans who supported us today. There were also guys in club clothes. We are very grateful to them. For us, this is an additional incentive. We are waiting for them at home. There is an atmosphere in our arena. I think the idea, when white scarves are laid out for the fans, which they wave, is just brilliant. Thanks to our PR department and separately to Anya – she invented it. I think it will help us in the next game.
Ak Bars took a 3–2 lead in the best-of-four series. The sixth game will take place in Nizhnekamsk on March 11.
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