Valery Novikov, former goalkeeper of CSKA and the USSR national team, summarized the results of the first match of the red-blue team against Zenit in the Russian Premier League (RPL) Russian Cup final. In a comment to socialbites.ca, he expressed satisfaction with the performance of the army team, but complained that they did not bring the match to victory.
“CSKA played a good game yesterday. They dominated the field and had chances; it’s a shame they missed the win. The match was winning and Zenit scored an optional goal. But CSKA looked so good, especially after the defeat against Baltika, the army team had to settle the match in their favour. But it happened, you can’t take the words out of the song,” Novikov said.
The other day, Zenit drew 1:1 away with CSKA. The rematch will take place on May 15 in St. It will be played in St. Petersburg. The winning team will meet the winner of the Baltika – Spartak duo in the cup super final.
Zenit continues to lead the RPL with 50 points. Krasnodar, in second place, also has the same points and is ahead of St. Petersburg in additional indicators. Petersburg team is behind. Dinamo is in the top three with 47 points. CSKA ranked eighth with 38 points.
Previously Russian coach statedHe said he was disappointed with Zenit’s performance.
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Source: Gazeta
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