The head coach of Ak Bars, **Anvar Gatiyatulin**, commented on the victory over Neftekhimik (3:1) and highlighted the determination of his players.

“Following our last disappointing match, we asked the team to enhance their movement and focus, and they responded well. There was plenty of physical play and duels, leading to a solid team win. I want to thank our fans for their support.”

**- What was the key factor in securing the victory?**
“We experienced a phase last season where we would underperform after some strong games. We’re primarily focused on addressing that issue. Our previous derby didn’t go as planned, so it was crucial to react appropriately today. Overall, we managed to do that, and one of the main aspects was correctly recognizing our condition. If we analyze the game as a whole, our character played a significant role. The match had segments with numerous penalties, but we achieved this team victory through our determination,” Gatiyatulin stated, as reported by the club’s press service.