Left defender Shakhtar Ismaili noted that it is important for the miners to start the group stage of the Champions League with a good result.
"Ready for the Champions League. A very complex group with strong rivals. Manchester City is a favorite, and then anything can happen, "Ismaili said..
"In that season, many did not believe that we will beat serious opponents and go to the playoffs, but we did it. We will fight and try to win. The first game at home, in Kharkov, and it's important to start the tournament with a good result ".
Recall, the match Shakhtar - Hoffenheim will be held in Kharkov at the USC Metalist September 19. The game starts at 20:00.