Ilya Kovalchuk: "It's a pleasure to play with such teammates"

- It was a good game, and we had been waiting for our first home match. The fans were fantastic, and they roared us on all the time. It's a shame that we conceded at the end, but we won. Now we will get ready for Saturday's fixture.

- It seemed as though you were more happy for your teammates than for yourself.

- I am just happy that everything went our way. It's a pleasure to play with such teammates.

- There is a feeling that you have really missed ice hockey.

- We have a new coach, there is a different atmosphere within the team, and it's nice to play inside the Ice Palace again. Nevertheless, we can't be too happy, as lots of games are coming up.

- Salavat weren't on the ice today.

- I wouldn't say that. We simply scored our goals, and started really aggressively. We played great.

- What will you do with your new caps?

- Our PR management team will know what to do. Hopefully, there will be more hat tricks.

- Who would you like to dedicate your five points to?

- Actually, I took six points. My family were at the stadium today, and my goals are for my children who have recently arrived. It's great when you can go home in such a good mood.