The Ukraine coach, Andriy Shevchenko, recognized that the demand of Spain is out of the reach of his team how they suffered this Sunday (4-0) in the Alfredo di Stéfano, on the second day of the League of Nations, within a maximum division where the differences are noticed.
“It was our second game at this level and it was very hard for us. Our players have given their all and I have no complaints. But unfortunately the Ukrainian league does not give them the opportunity to experience this intensity of play. Spain is a super team “he said after the meeting in Madrid.
Shevchenko explained that, after the victory against Switzerland In the first game, it was difficult for them to recover physically to be ready against an opponent who proved to be better on the pitch, with a potential that made a difference in that win.
“We made a great effort against Switzerland and it was hard to prepare physically for this match. We have to understand how strong our opponent is tonight. Unfortunately, the level of the two teams is very different, “he added.