Stanislav Cherchesov, the head coach of the Kazakhstan national team, addressed recent rumors on his YouTube channel, RussianFootball, clarifying that he has no plans to return to Spartak Moscow. He stated plainly that any talk of a personal wish to end a chapter by revisiting his former club is not true. He emphasised that no one is shifting focus or pursuing a quick reunion, and that his energies are devoted to different assignments. In Cherchesov’s view, the process of closing chapters has already happened at other clubs, and there is nothing more to add about Spartak in that regard. [Attribution: RussianFootball channel]
Historically, Cherchesov served as Spartak Moscow’s head coach from 2007 to 2008. During his tenure, the club earned silver medals in the Russian Premier League, a notable achievement that underscored his impact on the team at that period. The memories of those days are still discussed among fans, but Cherchesov has moved forward, focusing on his responsibilities with the Kazakhstan squad. [Attribution: historical club records]
Standing at the helm of the Kazakhstan national team, Cherchesov is scheduled to begin training during the international match pause in September 2024. The training camp is expected to set the stage for the team’s continued preparation ahead of upcoming fixtures and competitions. The plan signals a structured approach to conditioning, tactical familiarization, and team-building experiences with players who are part of the national program. [Attribution: national team communications]
Cherchesov first became involved with the Russian national team in 2016, guiding the squad through a series of important matches on the road to major tournaments. Under his leadership, the team advanced to the quarterfinals of the World Cup hosted at home, advancing to a stage where they were defeated by Croatia, the eventual finalists. This performance is frequently cited in assessments of Cherchesov’s tenure as a reminder of the team’s capabilities on the world stage. In the aftermath of the European Championship in 2021, where the team had a disappointing showing, Cherchesov parted ways with the Russian national program. [Attribution: FIFA World Cup records]
The discussion around his salary with the Kazakhstan national team has also circulated in the media and among fans. Cherchesov did not hesitate to address those reports, reiterating that discussions about compensation are a standard part of managing a national squad and that the focus remains on performance, development, and the long-term goals of the program. [Attribution: press briefings]