Former Spartak goalkeeper Anzor Kavazashvili refrained from commenting on the red-and-white club altogether, making his stance crystal clear in a statement attributed to RB Sports. He did not mince words, choosing silence over speculation as he navigates questions about Spartak’s current fortunes and the club’s ongoing developments.
It was the future of Guillermo Abascal that drew the most attention, and Kavazashvili left no room for misinterpretation. He spoke with a measured firmness, underscoring boundaries he would not cross. He conveyed a firm promise: he would not discuss Spartak under any circumstances, not even to share a brief thought or a casual observation. His words were emphatic and unequivocal, stressing that no inquiry would receive a reply from him, and that any attempt to reach out about Spartak would be futile. The broadcaster captured the moment, noting the seriousness of Kavazashvili’s resolve (Source: RB Sports).
On October 4, Spartak faced Dynamo Moscow in the Russian Cup, suffering a 0-3 defeat that highlighted the team’s struggles on the field. Despite the setback, Spartak secured a place in the playoff phase, a testament to their resilience amid challenges. In the nationwide league standings, the club sat seventh in the Russian Premier League with 16 points, a position that reflected both the intensity of the competition and the expectations surrounding the team as the season continued to unfold (Source: RB Sports).
Guillermo Abascal assumed the role of Spartak’s head coach at the outset of the 2022/23 campaign. Before taking the helm in Russia, he had gained coaching experience in Volos, Greece, and Basel, Switzerland, enriching his tactical perspective with diverse footballing environments. Throughout his tenure, his leadership contributed to a notable improvement in the club’s performance, culminating in Spartak finishing third in the Russian Championship in the most recent season under his guidance. This trajectory underscored Abascal’s impact on the squad and his ability to steer the team through transitions while navigating the pressures of a demanding domestic schedule (Source: RB Sports).
Previously, remarks from former footballer Vladimir Bystrov urged Spartak to consider parting ways with Abascal. Those comments added another layer to the ongoing discourse surrounding the club’s strategy, leadership, and future direction. The exchange underscored how opinions within the football community can influence the broader narrative around a team’s trajectory, even as management decisions continued to unfold on the training ground and in competition (Source: RB Sports).