Alexander Khokhlachyov: "Both teams fought for the puck"

- Did you want to celebrate your birthday with a victory?

- Of course, we always want to win. It was an even game, but they scored one more goal than us. They got lucky.

- How did you find it playing with new line mates?

- They are good guys, but we had to win.

- Was this the most physical game of the season so far?

- Both teams wanted to win, and there was a fight for the puck in every corner of the ice. Top clubs never beat each other easily.

- The team found it tough going.

- CSKA didn't do anything special, they simply scored more goals. We had a lot of goalscoring opportunities.

- Why couldn't you capitalise on your chances?

- It was bad luck. All of the players in our team are great players, and they are capable of scoring. Never mind, we will move on to the next match.