"I cannot describe how I feel right now," said Sergei Makarov after the defender scored the winning penalty for Russia, while coach Dmitri Khomukha targeted the world title. Defender Dzhamaldin Khodzhaniyazov also spoke to UEFA.com.
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Zoratto proud despite Italy defeat
There was no consoling the Italy players after they lost in heartbreaking fashion to Russia following a penalty shoot-out in the UEFA European Under-17 Championship final, yet coach Daniele Zoratto reassured them "there is nothing to be ashamed of".
El Shaarawy grateful for Under-17 experience
Stephan El Shaarawy played at the 2009 Under-17 finals along with Isco, Jack Wilshere and Mario Götze – and the AC Milan and Italy forward sees the event as a crucial milestone.
Hamšík hopes finals are 'good advert' for Slovakia
An influential figure for SSC Napoli and Slovakia, Marek Hamšík hopes his country will benefit from hosting the UEFA European Under-17 Championship, which starts on Sunday.
Škrtel's Slovakia make proud hosts
"It is a good thing for Slovak football," said Martin Škrtel as Slovakia's senior international captain looked ahead to his country hosting the UEFA European U17 Championship.
Slovakia aiming to feed grassroots and elite
As 28 teams fight it out to join them, Slovakia grassroots coordinator Jozef Záhorský has been discussing the hosts' twin ambition for this summer's UEFA European U17 Championship.
Allach reveals secrets of Netherlands' U17 success
As the Netherlands get ready to continue their bid for a third straight Under-17 title, their technical manager Mohammed Allach tells UEFA.com about the impact of recent success.