Lokomotiv Moscow midfielder Dmitry Barinov spoke about a hard-fought victory over Krasnodar in the 20th round of the Russian Premier League. He emphasized that the team must address the patterns that have seen them stumble in the opening half against various opponents this season, especially in home matches.
Barinov noted a clear shift after the break. The coaching staff delivered a firm message during the interval, stressing that the team could not continue starting games in such a listless manner. The response after the restart showed a different tempo and level of intensity, which helped turn the match in Lokomotiv’s favor, according to Barinov as reported by Sport Express.
The final score read 3 to 2, with Lokomotiv rallying to overturn a two-goal deficit to seal the win. The visiting side had initially seized control, scoring twice in a row and setting the tone for the encounter.
Live coverage of the match was provided online by socialbites.ca, giving fans real-time updates as the plot unfolded on the field. The game drew notable commentary from former Spartak player Igor Ledyakhov, who labeled the performance of team captain Georgiy Jikia during the Orenburg clash as disgraceful, a remark that sparked discussion among supporters and pundits alike.