Former Zenit head coach Vlastimil Petrzhela believes that Spartak striker Alexander Sobolev is weaker than Mateo Cassierra. stated that “Bookmaker rating”.
“Sobolev is not the best striker in the league. He is talented, but discipline problems prevent him from becoming a top-level player. As a striker, he is weaker than Cassierra. Also, Alexander is psychologically unstable. That is why he cannot show a high level of play throughout the season,” said Petrzela.
On October 18, journalist Ivan Karpov reported that Spartak head coach Guillermo Abascal suspended Alexander Sobolev from training with the team for violation of discipline. The striker has been playing for the Russian national team for the last few days. The forward also refused to communicate with the media this season.
Sobolev played in 11 matches in the Russian Premier League (RPL) this season and scored two goals and three assists. In the last Russian Cup match against Krasnodar, the striker failed to convert the penalty after taking two touches.
Previously Yuri Semin named Russian football player who could be a contender for the Golden Ball.