Alexander Mostovoy, a former player for Spartak Moscow, suggested that the Russian Premier League clash between Baltika Kaliningrad and Spartak Moscow might be called off. Sports Express reported his remark.
Mostovoy recalled the uncertainty about the ball color and visibility. He described a scene where the ball was not easily seen due to heavy snow, making it hard to track. He expressed a personal leaning toward postponing the game, while noting that the final decision rests with the match officials.
The duel is currently live in the second half, with Guillermo Abascal’s squad leading 1 to 0.
Prior to kickoff, Abascal’s team sat in sixth place on 24 points, whereas Sergei Ignashevich’s squad occupied the 14th spot with 12 points.
Zenith St. Petersburg leads the Russian Championship with 33 points, followed by Krasnodar with 32 points. Dinamo Moscow is firmly in the top three with 28 points.
In the first meeting of the season, Spartak defeated Baltika 2 to 1 at home. Theo Bongonda and Quincy Promes found the net for Spartak, while Angelo Henriquez scored for Baltika.
Earlier in the season, the Baltika versus Spartak encounter was interrupted due to weather conditions, leaving the result undecided at the time of postponement. The teams have a renewed chance to settle the rivalry on the field as conditions permit, with fans watching closely for the next kickoff and any official weather-related announcements. The broader context of this fixture sits within a season where weather and scheduling have tested margins for decision making and preparations for both sides, as reflected in ongoing discussions about postponements and safety considerations for players and spectators.