Dynamo Moscow Eyes Optimism Despite Doubts From Former Coach
Sergei Silkin, who previously led Dynamo Moscow, has publicly tempered expectations about the club securing the Russian Premier League title. Speaking on the situation, Silkin expressed a cautious view, noting that the spring campaign left the team feeling stretched and the road to champions seemed steep. He also highlighted the volatility within top teams, remarking that even Zenit had shown signs of strain. The former coach added that Dynamo’s championship bid still feels improbable in his assessment, as reported by Euro-Football.Ru.
In a recent league clash, Dynamo Moscow faced Baltika Kaliningrad in the 28th round. The match unfolded at Rostec Arena on May 11 and finished with a 3-2 victory for Dynamo. Dynamo opened the scoring in the 3rd minute when Konstantin Tyukavin found the back of the net. Baltika answered in the 32nd minute through Angelo Henriques, leveling the score. The balance shifted again in the 68th minute as Kirill Kaplenko put Kaliningrad ahead. As the match wore on, Roberto Fernandez equalized in stoppage time at 90+3, keeping the game within reach for Dynamo. The decisive moment arrived in stoppage time when Mumi Ngamalyo struck in the 90+8 minute, sealing a 3-2 win for the blue-and-white side.
Following that victory, Dynamo Moscow ascended to the top of the Russian Championship standings with 53 points. Standing behind them are Moscow clubs and St. Petersburg teams with 51 points, placing Petersburg ahead of Zenit in the current table. Krasnodar sits in third, trailing by a single point, underscoring how tightly packed the race remains at the summit.
There is historical intrigue surrounding Dynamo, including notable past statements from fans and public figures. For instance, Alexander Ovechkin once expressed support for Dynamo during the RPL era, reflecting the club’s enduring influence in Russian football culture. This context highlights why the club’s performance matters beyond the immediate match results and league table, drawing interest from supporters across the country.