Former Krasnodar midfielder Evgeny Shipitsin weighed in on the current Russian Premier League title chase, suggesting that the leading clubs appear unsettled as the campaign nears its end. His remarks were carried by Euro-Football.Ru and captured the mood around the contenders during a tense period for the league.
In his assessment, Dinamo Moscow seemed fortunate to have two goals come from seemingly random moments. He described Krasnodar as either energized or wary, and questioned why a crucial match had been allocated to Spartak Moscow. The commentary reflected a broader sense of unease among some players and observers about how the schedule and results have influenced the title fight.
Shipitsin also commented on Zenit St. Petersburg, noting that the team appeared to feel like champions ahead of schedule, a sentiment that underscored the psychological pressure facing the runners-up and challengers alike.
Following the 28th round, Dynamo Moscow moved to the top of the standings with 53 points, while Zenit and St. Petersburg sat just behind on 51 points. Krasnodar trailed by a single point, placing them in a tight race for the podium as the season progresses.
Looking ahead, Krasnodar is set to visit Sochi for their next league fixture, scheduled for May 18 at 19:00 Moscow time. The upcoming match presents another chance to affect the balance of power in the table and to test Krasnodar’s resolve in a high-stakes mini-series of fixtures.
Analysts have pointed to a period of psychological strain as a factor in Krasnodar’s recent form, suggesting that mental resilience will be as important as tactical execution in the closing stages of the season.