A former Moscow footballer has raised concerns about the recent performances of Krasnodar midfielder Eduard Spertsyan, suggesting the Armenian international has drifted from the team’s tactical setup in key matches.
The comments follow a 1-1 draw between Krasnodar and Rostov in the Russian Premier League’s tenth round, a result that cost Krasnodar the top position in the league table. The club now sits second with 20 points, level with new leaders Lokomotiv.
Analysts noted that Spertsyan appeared less integrated into Krasnodar’s playing structure during the Rostov encounter, echoing observations from his previous outing against Zenit. However, the commentator emphasized that the absence of central midfielder Alexander Chernikov has had a more substantial impact on the team’s recent results, describing Chernikov as performing “an enormous volume of unseen work” crucial to the squad’s operations.
Despite the concerns about midfield cohesion, Krasnodar’s defensive pairing received praise for their handling of Rostov’s attacking threat, with particular recognition given to their effective neutralization of the opposition’s primary striker.
