Nikita Krivtsov, the Krasnodar midfielder, opened up about his relationship with the club’s owner, Sergei Galitsky, shedding light on a dynamic that has shaped the team since its rise. Quoted in Sports Express, Krivtsov described a candid, sometimes sparse line of communication with Galitsky, especially after home fixtures.
After those matches, they would talk at the stadium, and Krivtsov recalled moments when the owner would offer direct feedback, saying things like, “You played wrong in this part. It was necessary to act differently in the others as well.” He added that he did not rebut the critique, recognizing that the owner’s perspective often revealed what happened on the pitch from a broader vantage point. Krivtsov noted that Galitsky watched the games from the stands, an angle that can illuminate nuances that might not be visible from the bench or sidelines.
Galitsky established FC Krasnodar in 2008 and later oversaw the construction of the club’s own stadium, completed in 2016. This long-term vision has anchored Krasnodar’s identity in Russian football and provided a stable base for player development and club growth.
Krivtsov joined Krasnodar in 2021, bringing experience from stints with Torpedo and Tom. His arrival marked another step in Krasnodar’s ongoing strategy to blend seasoned professionals with homegrown talent to sustain competitive performance in the Russian Premier League (RPL).
In the current RPL season, Krivtsov has appeared in all 11 league matches without scoring a goal, contributing in ways that underline his role as a midfielder who links defense and attack. The team has made a strong start, and after 11 rounds, Krasnodar sits at the top of the table with 27 points. They are scheduled to play away against Baltika on October 21, a test of consistency as the season unfolds. Krylya Sovetov holds second place with 21 points, while Zenit trails in third with 20 points, underscoring the tight race at the summit. The leadership status reflects Krasnodar’s ongoing competitiveness in the league and its capacity to sustain momentum through strategic decision-making and disciplined performances.
Earlier comments attributed to Krivtsov touched on a broader discussion about living costs and the realities players face, noting a figure of 11 thousand rubles per month. This remark has resonated in conversations about player salaries and working conditions within Russian football, highlighting the broader economic context in which the league operates. [attribution: Sports Express]