Armenian midfielder Henrik Mkhitaryan was named the best player in Shakhtar - Obolon match of the 16th round of Ukrainian championship.

“These three points are vital for us,” Shakhtar coach Mircea Lucescu said after the match that ended 2-0.

“I can’t say the game was spectacular. My players must have been more preoccupied with the result, since we had to get a positive one. We continuously alter the line-up due to those injured, thus causing some lack of confidence, especially in the midfield. As for the ball control in the middle of the park, the sides were on a par with each other at times. But if we look at the offensive side and the scoring chances created by both teams, I believe we fully deserve the three points,” he said, according to a report on the club’s official website.

Gaining 39 points, Shakhtar are currently 2nd in the championship standings, with 1 point behind the leaders, Dynamo Kyiv.