The defeat against the Netherlands has gone on file, now Ukraine must focus on tomorrow's match against North Macedonia, which is already expected to be decisive for the next round.
Coach Andriy Shevchenko underlined this today, on the eve of the second round of Group C at Euro 2020: "The atmosphere is very good - he told reporters -, we had a good match, not enough for a positive result. The answer of the team was excellent. We look positively to tomorrow's match. "
For the former AC Milan striker, being in the tournament is still a positive fact. "Not every year - he pointed out - Ukraine reaches the finals of the European Championship. Every player understands its importance and is aware of the responsibility of their team play. There is no need for special words and motivations here".
Regarding the game of the Gialloblù national team, for Shevchenko "the only thing we missed was the realization, that is the last pass and shot. We did not manage to create the pressure in midfield that we expected. With quality players, the Holland pressed us a lot, especially at the end of the first half. In the second half, especially in the possession of the ball, there was a good reaction, the team went up. But that is over,we now have an important match against North Macedonia.
This team deserves respect, it has character. Play his style according to the 5-3-2 scheme. In recent years they have had several good games and wins against top teams.
We must be careful - he warned in conclusion - especially during the opponent's counterattacks ".