Strong defense
Both goals were scored by the hosts after the break. Before the break our defense was very disciplined and didn’t let the competitors to create dangerous moments near their goal. Thus, there were no dangerous attacks near the goal of Russians too.

Russia − Ukraine − 2:0
Russia: Shoumailov, Vorobiev, Vavilchenkov (Dmitriev, 70), Koukharchuk (Maslov, 77), Voynov (Gigolaev, 88), Smolov, Shoumskikh, Perepelyuhov, Bourlak,
Pomerko (Chekmarjov, 90), Dzagoev (Evseev, 90)
Ukraine: Bazilevich, Maksimenko, Petrov, Momot, Nemchaninov,
Koushnirov (Kaverin, 55), Vladov (Grischenko, 86), Garmash, Vitsenets, Karnoza,
Korkishko (Shevchuk, 68).
Goals: Koukharchuk (46, 76)
Bookings: Vitsenets (34), Garmash (36), Pomerko (63), Dmitriev (71)

After game comments:

Andrey Talalaev, Russia head coach:
I am happy with the game as well as with the result. The players followed my directions well which made it easier to beat the opponent. It was important not to miss a counterattack and play the football we showed in previous matches. I would also like to mention, despite the common believe, that our group is no weaker than group B. The only fact that both finalists have already played against each other, proves my statement. Now we need to concentrate on recovery of our footballers and be ready to play in the final with full strength. The next game is going to be really hard as Belarus will be looking for revenge. Scouts and coaches will be watching this match selecting the best players on both teams.