Luciano Gondo, an Argentine footballer who represents Zenit Saint Petersburg, has shared his early impressions of life in Russia and his approach to local cuisine. He notes a growing appreciation for borscht, the iconic beet soup, and says Russian soups have begun to win a place in his routine, even as his dining habits initially leaned toward Argentinian and Italian flavors. His reflections underscore a player navigating a new culture while staying connected to his roots.
“I haven’t tried a lot of local dishes yet”, he explained with a hint of a smile. “I mostly visit places that serve Argentinian or Italian cuisine. But I can say that I really enjoy soups here, especially borscht.”
In the 16th round of the Russian Premier League, Zenit traveled to Orenburg and earned a tight 1-0 victory. The winning goal came from Alexander Erokhin in the sixth minute of the second half, finished with a precise pass from defender Nuraly Alip. The win away from home kept Zenit firmly in contention near the top of the standings and continued their recent run of strong results in the league.
Zenit, which has clinched the league title in six consecutive seasons, sits atop the table with 39 points after this result, one point ahead of Krasnodar. The sustained success emphasizes Zenit’s status as a dominant force in Russian football and a benchmark for competing clubs around the country.
Looking ahead, Zenit is set to host Krylia Sovetov Samara in the next round. The match is scheduled for December 1 and is slated to kick off at 16:30 Moscow time. It promises to be another opportunity for the club to extend its grip on the title race and for players like Gondo to contribute to a continued push for victory in the domestic championship.
Earlier in his Zenit tenure, the player had not yet witnessed a league championship match live, a milestone that many players experience as part of their growth with the club. As the season unfolds, fans will be watching closely how the squad, including Gondo, continues to evolve and what role the Argentine forward will play in Zenit’s ongoing pursuit of national glory.