He was one of the key players of Atalanta’s 3-2 win over Udinese, as the Ukrainian Ruslan Malinovksyi provided the winning assist both to Muriel, for his double, and to Zapata, for the third Nerazzurro goal: “A great game, a great win”.

“It’s a pity we conceded a goal at the end of the first half because we should have closed the first time at 2-0. But it’s ok. It was an excellent match, an excellent victory for us. Of course, I’m glad about the result, about the three points. This is more important for us at the moment”.

You didn’t score but you provided two assists. It’s equally important.

“Yes, these are two intelligent forwards, very skillful. They are very strong. If there’s space I pass the ball to them. Luis and Duván are always dangerous. They scored two very important and beautiful goals”.

Ruslan, Udinese caused you difficulties in the reverse fixture. They tried to do it today as well but Atalanta wanted this victory.

“Yes, but playing against Udinese is always difficult because they’re clammed up in defense, with five players at the back. We look for spaces through the defense and among the midfielders. We created many goalscoring opportunities today”.

Now there are nine matches left to play until the end of the league. Will they be nine “finals” for you?

“Yes, and there will also be the Coppa Italia final. We must do our best in these nine final matches”.