Brazilian-German player Hoffenheim Leonardo Bittenkurt in a conversation with Football. ua told what he expects from a meeting with Shakhtar and confrontation with his compatriots on the field.

- Leonardo, you have to confront the Brazilian line of attack of the Miner. You are ready? Which of the miners could be singled out separately?.

- I can not wait for this game, and in general the beginning of the Champions League. For me, Tyson is the best performer of a very strong team. But we will be well prepared for Shakhtar.

- Do you know any of the Brazilian players in person? Who do you think is the best Brazilian player in Shakhtar history?.

- When I played for Dortmund Borussia with the Donetsk team, I had a chance to spend some time with former miner Douglas Costa on doping control. I know that he, and also, for example, Fred, were outstanding players in the history of the Miner. But from the current staff I do not know anyone personally.

- You have Brazilian roots, in Shakhtar a lot of Brazilians. Can you expect a carnival on the field? The score will not be 0-0, is it?.

- We do not have so many Brazilian players, but we play the same attacking football. Therefore, no, 0-0 will not. I expect a very interesting match and probably a few goals.

- Will there be a full house at the stadium useful for the home team?.

- Of course, this is an advantage, although Shakhtar can not now play at his stadium. I'm looking forward to the atmosphere in Kharkov!.

- Do you agree with the statement that Manchester City is the favorite of the group, and you, Shakhtar and Lyon will compete on an equal footing for the second place in the group?.

- ManCiti is the most eminent in this group, and we are an applicant, because we participate in this tournament for the first time. Nevertheless, our goal is to finish second in this group, I expect very heavy matches, especially with the Miner.

- How interesting will be the debut in the Champions League for you? Who is the favorite in the upcoming match?.

- This will be my first match in the Champions League - of course, I'm really looking forward to this game! The miner plays in this tournament almost every year, so he must be a favorite. Nevertheless, we are confident in ourselves and we want to start well in this group.

Recall, the match Shakhtar - Hoffenheim will be held in Kharkov at the USC Metalist September 19. The beginning of the game in 20. 00.

Football. ua thanks the press service of Hoffenheim for assisting in the preparation of the interview.