President of Tatarstan Rustam Minnikhanov has met with players and coaching staff of the hockey team “Ak Bars”. Before play-off matches Head of republic addressed the players wishing them good luck.

RT President said he is sure that “Ak Bars” is able to fight for victory in championship of Continental hockey league. “The team has a huge potential. You must strive only for victory. All teams are serious competitors and they want to win the “gold”. However, “Ak Bars” can really pretend for champion's title.

Rustam Minnikhanov addressed President of the club - Director general of JSC “Tatneft” Shafagat Takhautdinov with requirement to provide necessary conditions for players. “Ak Bars” is a symbol of our republic. Your victories are our victories, your losses are our losses,” Rustam Minnikhanov addressed members of the team.