Former Brazilian midfielder Daniel Carvalho, who wore the CSKA Moscow jersey during the 2004–2010 period, recently shared reflections on the club’s standout player at present. He stated that the title of the best CSKA player among the current squad would likely go to Igor Akinfeev. Carvalho highlighted Akinfeev’s long and storied career, suggesting that the goalkeeper’s achievements merit recognition while he is still active in the game, and even proposing a lifetime tribute as a lasting acknowledgment from the club and its supporters. The remark was reported by Sport Express.
During Carvalho’s CSKA years, the team enjoyed significant triumphs, including two Russian championship titles and a UEFA Cup success, marking an era of domestic dominance and European achievement. The Brazilian defender and midfielder concluded his professional playing career in 2016 after a long career in European football.
Akinfeev has been a CSKA figure since 2003, accumulating a record number of appearances in the Russian Championship and leading the club in appearances, a milestone that solidifies his status alongside the competition’s most enduring and influential figures. The 349 consecutive league appearances without a goal concession underscores his reliability and consistency as a goalkeeper. In the current leg of the Russian Premier League season, CSKA Moscow, under the guidance of head coach Vladimir Fedotov, sits in fifth place as the campaign progresses, reflecting a competitive but fluctuating form that characterizes the league this year.
In a separate development within Moscow football, Torpedo has announced the appointment of Josep Clotet as the new manager, signaling a fresh strategic direction for the club as it seeks to build momentum in the domestic race and in regional competitions. Clotet’s arrival adds another chapter to Moscow’s evolving managerial landscape and its ongoing pursuit of stability and competitive performance across the Russian football pyramid.