Shovkovsky, undoubtedly, is the most famous Ukrainian goalkeeper for the times of independence. On his account 35 trophies, including 14 victories in the championships of Ukraine. In addition, Alexander - one of the main creators of the best in the history of our national team result - entering the quarterfinals of the World Cup 2006.

Nevertheless, there were times in Shovkovsky's career and difficult times, which Alexander told in an interview with the YouTube show # FootballHub.

"It was a good lesson for me, and analyzing the events of a past life, I can say that it's good that it happened to me," Shovkovsky said about the ball missed from Slovenia.

"It made me the way I am now".

"It was a serious blow. I'm sure that not everyone could pass through this.

When you go out to the football field, and every meeting with the ball is accompanied by the rumble of the fans, including our ... At some point I wanted to say: "Go fuck you dog!", Throw gloves and leave. However, it would not be me, "- admitted Alexander.

A curious goal to the goal of Shovkovsky was scored by the Slovenes in a duel of the playoffs of the qualifying tournament for Euro 2000. Then Shovkovsky unsuccessfully left the frame of the goal, while Milenko Achimovic caught the Ukrainian keeper with a kick from the center of the field.