Lokomotiv’s forward Artem Dzyuba aired his dissatisfaction with a refereeing decision made by Sergei Ivanov after the clash with Dynamo. He posted a screenshot of a risky moment from the game on social media, accompanied by a vomiting emoji to underscore his reaction and frustration.
“Was that really a foul?” Dzyuba questioned in the caption accompanying the image, signaling a sense of injustice and inviting discussion among fans and analysts alike. The moment in question occurred in the 12th round of the Russian Premier League as Dzyuba advanced toward the opponent’s goal and collided with blue-white defender Roberto Fernandez near the penalty line. The incident prompted a VAR review to determine whether Fernandez deserved a red card, while medical staff quickly attended to Dzyuba on the field. Ultimately, the referee ruled that Fernandez could continue without sanction, and play proceeded without a penalty being awarded.
The goalless draw left Lokomotiv with 20 points from 12 fixtures, placing them in third in the league standings and level on points with Zenit. The team’s next assignment was a home match against Krylya Sovetov, who sat in second place, scheduled for October 22. Dynamo, meanwhile, moved to 18 points, sharing seventh place with another title contender as the season progressed, and the result left both clubs with a clear sense of momentum shaping their campaigns.
Earlier in the season, a veteran of CSKA Moscow had publicly expressed concerns about the club’s situation, suggesting that the squad faced a number of persistent problems that needed addressing as the campaign unfolded. This comment added to the broader discussion about form and consistency within Russia’s top flight, where every point is crucial and every decision can draw debate among fans, players, and managers alike.