Baptistella: "This is my first goal as a professional - I will remember this day for the rest of my life"

The midfielder of "Metalist 1925" Kauan Baptiste shared his emotions after scoring his debut goal for the Kharkiv club, which was his first at the professional level:

— Congratulations on the victory and the goal scored. What were your first emotions after this match?

— First of all, I thank God for this match and for this goal. I am very happy and grateful for this moment that I am experiencing now. This is my first goal as a professional, and I want more.

— Did you feel like you would score today, considering your debut in the starting lineup?

— I was already very happy just to be in the starting lineup. And every time I get such a chance, I feel joy. This is the most important thing for me.

— What will you keep as a memory of this debut goal for "Metalist 1925"?

— This moment will stay with me for the rest of my life because it is my first goal as a professional and for this club. It's a very special day. I think my father saw this goal from the stands, and it's very important to me. I am really happy.

— Did you keep the ball for yourself?

— No, not yet, but I really want to keep it as a memento.