Birsent Karagaren, a key footballer of Arda Kardzhali, shared emotional impressions after the memorable victory against the Finnish HJK Helsinki with a result of 3:4 in penalty kicks.
In an expressive interview, the striker emphasized the exceptional importance of the success for the team and his hometown. "We did something great for Arda," he stated, acknowledging the extraordinary battle on the field.
Karagaren frankly analyzed the match, highlighting the team's collective spirit and professionalism. "More experienced players must lead the team forward," he shared, recognizing the challenges during the match.
The footballer highlighted the specifics of the artificial turf and how it influenced the game. According to him, the team showed a truly masculine character, managing to overcome the strong opponent.
Despite the difficulties, Karagaren remains optimistic about the team's future. "Today luck was on our side," he said, expressing confidence that Arda will continue to develop and improve.
The lack of preference for the next opponent shows self-confidence and readiness for the upcoming European challenges.