Sudakov makes bold choice after tragedy, Benfica midfielder has his say | OneFootball

Georgiy Sudakov wants to play for Ukraine against Azerbaijan. After a family tragedy, the creative midfielder seeks solace on the field and is ready to play, as revealed in our Journal in an exclusive Glorioso 1904.

According to Record newspaper, Sudakov has the support of his teammates and family, who believe that the player should now focus as much as possible on football. The Benfica player could, naturally, have left the team to support his loved ones, but he continued with the delegation to Baku.

A source close to the player revealed to Record newspaper that Sudakov has a "hunger to play" and, after the national team, is very excited to make his debut at Benfica. The midfielder now wants, more than ever, to focus on what he can do within the four lines.

Sudakov wants to gain a starting position and prominence at Benfica, while continuing to be a regular presence in the Ukrainian national team, which is seeking a spot in the next World Cup. The qualifying match, against Azerbaijan, takes place this Tuesday, September 9, at 5:00 pm.

In the current season, Georgiy Sudakov - valued at 32 million euros - has so far played 10 matches: five in the Europa League qualifying phase, three in the National Championship and two in the Conference League preliminaries. In the 763 minutes he was on the field, the midfielder made two assists.

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