Rostov’s Ronaldo Praises Coach Valery Karpin
Rostov’s Brazilian midfielder Ronaldo spoke warmly about the team’s coach Valery Karpin, highlighting the impact of his leadership and character. Ronaldo expressed admiration for the man he has come to know as a former player and a strong, principled figure in Russian football. He described Karpin as someone who has achieved a great deal and as an idol for many in Russia. The forward added that Karpin carries himself with notable humility, noting that this quiet confidence makes him approachable and respected by players across the club and the national setup.
Karpin’s journey as a coach began in Rostov in July 2021, when he took the reins of the club. His early plans included balancing duties with the national team and his club responsibilities. In August of that year, he announced a shift to concentrate on the national team, which led to his departure from Rostov for a period. After a suspension affecting the national team, he again found himself juggling the dual roles before making some adjustments to his responsibilities.
The football world faced a significant upheaval in spring 2022 when FIFA and UEFA decided to suspend Russia from all competitions under their governance. This decision affected both the national team and Russian clubs, reshaping the landscape of Russian football for the foreseeable future.
Earlier comments from Vladimir Bystrov touched on Karpin’s ascent to the national team’s coaching role. He suggested that Karpin had a natural path toward becoming the Russian national team coach, a sentiment reflected by supporters who regard Karpin as a proven leader with deep ties to Russian football culture.