Igor Osinkin, the head coach of Krylia Sovetov, revealed that Alan Dzagoev, after ending his playing career, will undertake an internship at the Samara club. His remarks were shared in a press setting tied to the event titled Championship, emphasizing the club’s openness to Alex Dzagoev joining the coaching track there.
Dzagoev requested to internship during the second gathering of the Wings of the Soviets project. The club did not hesitate to accept the initiative, signaling that all available information would be shared with him. The plan was for Dzagoev to participate in the second training camp held at the hotel, while keeping a close watch on the development of the players and the overall training process. The arrangement mirrors Krylia Sovetov’s broader strategy of integrating former players into coaching and mentoring roles to foster continuity within the squad.
Dzagoev publicly announced his retirement from professional football on November 21, 2023. He stated an ambition to pursue a coaching career, aiming to apply the knowledge and experience gathered over a long playing career. His most recent club was Lamia in the Greek championship, where he appeared in two matches, totaling 14 minutes on the field. This short stint in Greece marked the final chapter of a career that had spanned more than a decade at the highest levels of football.
Dzagoev’s long-running tenure at CSKA Moscow from 2008 to 2022 established him as a cornerstone of Russian football. During that era, he helped CSKA secure three league titles, and he also claimed multiple domestic trophies, including the Russian Cup and the Russian Super Cup, reinforcing his status as one of the era’s standout midfielders. The 2022/23 season saw him with Rubin Kazan, a period that concluded in the summer of 2023 as he transitioned away from professional play. His contributions on the field left a lasting imprint on both the club and regional football culture, earning him respect from teammates, coaches, and fans alike.
On the international stage, Dzagoev represented the Russian national team in 59 appearances, scoring nine goals. His presence in the squad over the years underscored his role as a versatile midfielder capable of influencing decisive moments and contributing to the team’s tactical balance. His career with the national team included memorable matches and qualifications that resonated with supporters across the country and beyond, highlighting his impact beyond club football.
News in the Russian football community later addressed a separate matter: an incident involving a Krasnodar-based coach who reportedly requested a doping test for one of his players. This development attracted attention and prompted discussion about standards, testing processes, and the responsibilities of clubs to uphold integrity across leagues. The situation underscored the ongoing vigilance required to maintain fair play and professionalism at all levels of the sport. [Source attribution: Independent Russian sports desk]