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title: "Vladimir Brazhko on the match against 'Universitatea': 'We don't want to make loud statements, everything will be decided on the field'"
description: "Vladimir Brazhko before the return match against 'Universitatea': 'I hope our team will be better'. Kyiv Dynamo is preparing for the decisive game in Romania, where a sell-out of 20,000 spectators is expected. 🏟️⚽"
date: 2026-07-16T12:32:00.000Z
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# Vladimir Brazhko on the match against 'Universitatea': 'We don't want to make loud statements, everything will be decided on the field'

![Vladimir Brazhko at a press conference before the match against 'Universitatea'](https://xab.info/media/2026/07/16/vladimir-brazhko-o-matche-s-universitatea-ne-xotim-delat-gromkix-zayavleniy/vladimir-brazhko-o-matche-s-universitatea-ne-xotim-delat-gromkix-zayavleniy-1.webp)

Kyiv Dynamo midfielder Vladimir Brazhko spoke to the media ahead of the second leg of the first qualifying round of the Europa League against Romanian 'Universitatea' (Cluj). After a home draw, the fate of the ticket to the next round will be decided on July 16 in Romania.

### Impact of the break and opponent rotation

Journalists asked whether the week-long break benefited the Kyiv team, given that 'Universitatea' managed to play in the Romanian Super Cup during this time, where the opposing coaching staff resorted to rotation.

"Right now, all teams are ready to play after three days, plus the season has just started. Perhaps the break works in our favor, or conversely, the opponents have better tone. 'Universitatea' changed the lineup somewhat in the Super Cup game compared to our match," noted Brazhko.

The Ukrainian footballer added that he does not want to make loud statements before the game. "Everything will be decided on the football field. We'll see who is better – I hope it's our team," he stated.

### Atmosphere at 'Cluj Arena'

Preliminary data suggests a sell-out is expected at the 'Cluj Arena' stadium – around 20,000 fans are expected to attend the match. However, the leader of the 'white-blues' midfield assures that the team is not intimidated by this.

"We are not playing in front of full stands for the first time, this is no news. We expect a good atmosphere and hope to win," said the Dynamo player.

### Analysis of the first match

Brazhko refused to single out anyone personally in the Romanian team, noting the opponent's team discipline, which prevented the Kyiv team from winning in the first encounter.

"I wouldn't want to single anyone out separately. 'Universitatea' as a team played a very good match overall: they didn't let us score, defended for 90 minutes, and created moments. We allowed such a result in the first game due to our own mistakes, so we want to start this game with a goal and finish with a victory," summarized the footballer.

### Details of the upcoming match

The match 'Universitatea' – 'Dynamo' will start on July 16 at 20:30 Kyiv time. The match will take place in the Romanian city of Cluj-Napoca at the 'Cluj Arena' stadium, which holds 30,200 spectators.

The main referee for the match is 38-year-old referee from Wales, Ivan Griffith. The first match between the opponents, which took place in Lublin, Poland and was nominally home for 'Dynamo', ended in a draw – 0:0.

A live broadcast will be conducted by the '2+2' TV channel. The match will also be available for viewing on the online platforms of the Kyivstar TV and MEGOGO media services.