Vadim Shipachyov: "I am really happy to be playing for SKA again"

- It was a good game, even if we didn't take advantage of our opportunities. In the future, we need to score more goals in order to win comfortably. The guys did a great job on the penalty kill, I'm happy that we won.

- Before leaving for the stadium you were deep in conversation with Nikita Gusev. How will you find mutual understanding again?

- We need to build it up again. While I was struggling, he was here playing with other teammates. I think that we'll improve for future matches.

- Speak about your goal.

- Nikita should have score, but he gave me a surprise pass. I'm grateful to him for that.

- Did the long flight take its toll?

- Yes, but the guys were all playing for their national teams, it's more difficult for them. However, we have a physical coach who will make sure that we recover.

- Thoughts ahead of playing Amur and Kunlun Red Star?

- The coaches will show us how to play. I think that everything will be fine.

- SKA's fans want to hear from you following your return.

- I am really happy to be back playing for SKA. I hope the fans will support me like they did before. Thanks to everyone.