Andriy Shevchenko: 'Ukraine can qualify'

Ukraine captain Andriy Shevchenko has insisted that his side can reach the knockout stages of Euro 2012.

The former AC Milan and Chelsea striker scored twice on Monday as the co-hosts came from behind to beat Sweden 2-1. While many have tipped England and France to progress from Group D, Shevchenko is adamant that his side have a great chance of making the last eight.

"We showed character and now have good chances to qualify," said Shevchenko.

"I feel great. I feel 20 years old, not 35. it was an historic game for us, and it's a victory.

"It's such an important competition. Thank you to everybody who supported me. It was a very long walk because I had a lot of problems before the European Championship."

Ukraine will face France on Friday in their second Group D match.