Paris NN head coach Viktor Goncharenko said that he did not understand why they wanted to disqualify him. Mentor’s words are quotes “RB Sports”.
Football is a space where emotions often spill onto the pitch, and Goncharenko acknowledged that such feelings influenced the moment. He explained that while there were conversations with the assistant referee that could have been more courteous at times, there was no swearing on his part. He insisted that any complaints about the handling of the situation were a misunderstanding of the facts and a misinterpretation of his demeanor. He stated that the prevailing reason behind the confusion was not a breach of etiquette but a misread response to how the game was being managed (RFU regulations). The coach added that his team should not be judged solely on a short incident but in the broader context of a demanding campaign where every decision can tilt the balance. He stressed that discipline remains essential for Paris NN to stay competitive in a high-stakes league, especially when rivals push for consistency in officiating and game control (RFU regulations).
Earlier reports suggested the coach could face a suspension. After the meeting with Rostov, Goncharenko reportedly told the referee Yan Bobrovsky, You don’t have much time left, don’t worry, which led to a red card. Under the Russian Football Union rules, a coach can miss three matches, including upcoming fixtures against Spartak, Akron, and Krasnodar (RFU regulations). The evaluation of the incident, including the severity and context, will determine whether a ban is imposed or not. The coaching staff is expected to review events with the federation and aim for clarity on what constitutes acceptable conduct in a heated moment. The careful consideration by the RFU highlights how refereeing decisions are subject to formal review and how sanctions can influence team plans and player availability (RFU regulations).
The Rostov match ended with a decisive 4-0 result. Maxim Osipenko opened the scoring in the 13th minute of the first half. In the 60th minute, Rodrigo Saravia Salvia of Uruguay added a second goal, while Osipenko struck again in the 65th minute to complete a brace. Nikolai Komlichenko converted a penalty in the 72nd minute, sealing the scoreline. Paris NN spent nearly the entire second half with ten players after Uruguayan forward Juan Boselli received a red card in the 49th minute. The red card changed the game’s tempo, forcing Paris NN to defend deeper as Rostov pressed with numerical superiority and patience. The tactical story of the night underscored how discipline, defending solidity, and efficient finishing can shape a one-sided result in football at this level (Match report; RB Sports).
In a separate note, CSKA Moscow had drawn with Rubin Kazan in their own Russian Premier League outing. The result kept CSKA in the mix for a high table position but reflected the tight nature of the league battles this season (RPL report). The draw added to a day of results that underscored the competitive balance in Russian football, where small margins and moments of controversy can influence the trajectory of teams chasing European spots and domestic edge. Paris NN’s ongoing disputes with officiating are a reminder of how league rules, disciplinary decisions, and on-field performances collectively shape a team’s calendar and public perception (RPL report).