Demenko on RPL Motivation in a Cup-Free Season

Former Spartak Moscow footballer Maxim Demenko, who spent time with Zenit and Krasnodar during his career, discussed what drives clubs to chase medals in the Russian Premier League when European competitions are not on the table. He noted that motivation can play a significant role for teams, especially in a league where bonuses exist and are still a factor even without European targets. Demenko explained that while the presence of European cups would change how standings are viewed, the clubs and their players still pursue strong finishes for themselves, for the club’s long-term plans, and for the players’ legacies, as he spoke with socialbites.ca.