Mukhamadullin – on the derby with “Ak Bars”: the battle of two republics, like Russia – Canada in the national teams

Mukhamadullin – on the derby with “Ak Bars”: the battle of two republics, like Russia – Canada in the national teams

Defender of Salavat Yulaev Shakir Muhammadullin talked about the atmosphere around the derby with Ak Bars, as well as communication with the New Jersey Devils.

“In games like this you have to show everything you are capable of. But in general I think the most important thing is patience and discipline. Whoever is most successful in this area is likely to win. In Kazan, the implementation let us down, perhaps the coolness was not enough. In Ufa, we will try to take revenge.

What is the special spirit of games with Ak Bars? The atmosphere around the match: you come into the arena and you already feel this spirit. The visitor sector is always occupied by supporters. Such a battle between the two republics, as at the international level, Russia – Canada. But when you go out on the ice you don’t think about it, you just play and try to help the team win.

Does New Jersey often ring? I am constantly in contact with them: with scouts, rehabilitators, doctors. Congratulations on your victories, they send you advice, just talk about your health and your business. It’s good that they’re looking at me.

It is clear that they want me to come to them as soon as possible. But now I have a valid contract with Ufa. For the moment, no question of leaving. At the end of the contract, I will speak and make a decision.

The contract ends in the spring, has Salavat already made a proposal for an extension? Jokingly, they approached “Come on, come on, sign.” As for serious conversations, they are conducted through an agent, no one approaches me personally ”, quotes Sport24 Mukhamadullina.

Recall that the 19-year-old defenseman was selected by New Jersey in the 2020 draft under the general number 20.