Bergodi ahead of Dynamo clash: We will not give up

Universitatea head coach Cristiano Bergodi has urged his team to remain focused and ambitious ahead of the Europa League qualifying return leg against Dynamo Kyiv.

The first leg finished in a goalless draw, with Bergodi praising his team's defensive discipline in nullifying the Ukrainian side's attack. Looking ahead to the second leg, the coach stressed the need for a tactical approach.

Everything depends on the strength of the opponent, but that does not mean we are giving up immediately. It will be a different match because we are playing at home with our fans behind us. We must play intelligently; we cannot leave them too much space, or they will punish us. Cristiano Bergodi

Bergodi believes the tie is evenly poised at 50-50. While he is banking on the home crowd's support, he acknowledged that the players' performance will be the decisive factor on the pitch.

The coach added that he is not intimidated by the prospect of a penalty shootout but remains confident in his team's ability to compete. The match is scheduled for July 16 at 20:30.