Arda Turan: We Are at War, We Must Be Respectful

Arda Turan's Shakhtar Donetsk beat Dynamo Kyiv 3-0 in the last 16 of the Ukrainian Cup and advanced to the last eight of the competition. Gleiker Mendoza put the side ahead in the 43rd minute, Isaque Silva made it 2-0 in the 74th minute, and Alisson Santana sealed the win with a strike in the 87th minute.

Speaking after the match, Arda Turan stressed the importance of the victory and congratulated his players. The coach urged them not to become arrogant and to keep playing with the same focus. He said every win carries its own meaning for Shakhtar, which sits second in the league on goal difference and has four points from three Champions League matches.

Turan said Dynamo Kyiv will always be Shakhtar's most important rival. He said the players should enjoy the joy of winning a cup, but that this must be done with respect for opponents. He also said they should set a better example for the people of this country.

In his dressing room talk, he asked the players to be careful with their social media posts. Reminding them that they are living under wartime conditions, Turan stressed the importance of being respectful. He also pointed to the next match on Friday, saying the team needs three points.