Yury Babenko and Sergei Zborovsky speak before playing Canada

Russia U20 coach Yury Babenko:

- We have done everything which we needed to. The guys know what we expect from them. Nevertheless, the work is continuing, we will correct mistakes both during games and at training. We are looking ahead with a positive mindset.

At this level, commitment and desire are the most important things. The team which sticks to the tactical plan will find it easier, we can't take a lot of penalties. I won't point any of Canada's players out, we have to be fully ready and concentrated.

Russia U20 defenseman Sergei Zborovsky:

- The team is pumped up for the tournament's start, we trained well in Kingston. We have analysed our mistakes in the friendly matches, we'll try not to repeat them at the competition. We're looking forward to the first match.

Canada will have large support behind them. Who would I point out? Dylan Strome. We have to be ready from the first whistle, play hard but not take silly penalties. I know that Canada's goalkeepers are strong, I have played against them. However, ours aren't any worse.

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