Former Spartak Moscow head coach Domenico Tedesco remains a respected figure in Moscow, according to Voice of Coaches.
“If I return to Moscow after coaching Spartak, people will shake my hand because they respect me. Not only as a coach, but also as a person,” Tedesco stated, underscoring the regard he earned during his time with the club. These words reflect a lasting bond with the city and its football culture, where his approach to the game and his personal conduct left a memorable imprint. (Source: Voice of Coaches)
Tedesco led Spartak from 2019 to 2021, a period that included steady progress and a notable league finish. The red-white lineup culminated the 2020/21 season in second place, a result that underscored his ability to organize a competitive squad and extract results from a demanding schedule. His work at Spartak helped raise his profile across European football circles and set the stage for future coaching challenges.
In December 2021, Tedesco accepted the role of head coach at RB Leipzig. His tenure there lasted until September 2022, when he was relieved of his duties following a Champions League defeat to Shakhtar Donetsk. The move highlighted the volatile nature of high-stakes club management in European football, where even successful stints can be interrupted by a single pivotal result. (Source: Club records and contemporary reporting)
February 2023 brought a new chapter as Tedesco took charge of the Belgium national team. In his first match in charge, Belgium defeated Sweden 3-0, a victory highlighted by Romelu Lukaku’s hat-trick. The result signaled a fresh start for the national side under Tedesco’s leadership, with expectations rising around how the team would balance quality and tactical discipline in international competitions. (Source: national team announcements and match reports)
In the current Russian Championship season, Spartak sits in sixth place with 31 points, maintaining a challenging position in a tightly contested league. The team, led on the sideline by Guillermo Abascal, is preparing for a forthcoming clash against Ural Yekaterinburg. The fixture is scheduled to take place on March 30, presenting an opportunity to climb the table and build momentum as part of a longer-term strategy. (Source: league standings and match schedule)
Earlier in his tenure with Spartak, Tedesco also identified a number of players who could perform at a European level, highlighting his scouting eye and his confidence in the squad’s depth. This ongoing conversation about talent and development remained a recurring theme in discussions surrounding the club’s tactical aims and future prospects. (Source: club press materials)