The Ukrainian side need one point from their game against Braga in order to reach the knockout stages of the Champions League.
“Shakhtar haven’t lost at home to anyone for two years. This is a magnificent record and we want it to continue,” he told UEFA.com.
“We have very strong motivation. We don’t want to miss this chance to finish first in the group. It’s impossible for us to play for a draw. All we need to do is win.
“It won’t be an easy task though,” the 20-year-old warned. “They proved their quality when they defeated Arsenal in Portugal [2-0 on matchday 5].”
