The Ukrainian national team started with victories in the qualifiers for the 2027 World Cup: what the coach said

According to glavcom.ua: The head coach of the Ukrainian basketball team, Ainars Bagatskis, shared his impressions of the start of the qualification for the 2027 World Cup. He emphasized that after the game against Denmark, the team managed to take the initiative, ending the first half with a 10-point lead.

Bagatskis highlighted that an important role in the match was played by defense and scoring in the first two quarters. The coach also noted the problem of initial unsuccessful quick shots but concluded that this is part of the game that they managed to resolve.

'The game was tough... the main thing we did in this game is close down the best thing that Denmark usually does.'

'For me, it doesn't matter... The main goal is to make them engage in combat, and in the first 2-3 minutes, they didn't score a single basket.'

The game showcased a successful debut for 20-year-old center Maksym Klychko, whom the coach praised for his confident play and scored points.

What’s next?

After the victory over Denmark, the Ukrainian national team occupies leading positions in its group. Upcoming matches against Spain will determine the fate of the team in the qualification for the 2027 World Cup.

The men's team demonstrated confident play and readiness for victories in the qualifying tournament. Even remaining under a slight press due to a low ranking, the coach remains faithful in the team's potential and the importance of teamwork.