Bulgaria coach Radostin Stoychev: “Russia’s win was deserved. We were not confident in receiving the ball and made a lot of mistakes. New players that had substituted the injured ones almost didn’t have time for training. We can only hope for the better game on our side tomorrow and we will work on it.”

Russia captain Taras Khtei: “I’m completely satisfied with the play of our team and with the result. Every game is significant. I’m glad we made another step forward.”

Russia coach Vladimir Alekno: “I’m glad that our team could successfully solve some problem issues. It’s the team’s credit.”