The captain of the “dragons” shared his thoughts before the game with Shakhtar.

The head of Porto Pepe commented on the upcoming match of the first round of the group stage of the Champions League against Donetsk Shakhtar.

“It is important for us to show who we are, our mastery and bring joy to millions of people who can work best - play football. Everyone wants to play in such a great tournament as the Champions League and represent such a great club as Porto. Thank you, we are ready to represent the club and country.

Shakhtar — Porto. In advance Widerly seemingly, less comfortable playing regardless of tactics. I want to help my club, do what I love most: play football and help my club.

I can still feel the snowstorms in my stomach when the Champions League anthem plays. I love my profession, so I continue to enjoy moments with the people I love the most.. This is my 19th fate in the Champions League, but everything comes first.

The match with Shakhtar is extremely important for us. “I feel privileged to wear the Porto jersey in such an important tournament as the Champions League,” says 40-year-old Pepe Record.

Guess what, the match between Shakhtar and Porto will take place today, 19th spring, at 22:00 Kyiv time. On Football. ua online text broadcast of the match will be available.