Semak Reflects on Zenit’s 21st Round Derby Against Spartak

St. Petersburg Zenit, led by head coach Sergey Semak, reflected on the 21st round derby against Spartak Moscow as the Russian Premier League season approached its decisive stretch. The match, played on home soil and in front of a raucous crowd, kept Zenit in the eye of the title chase and set the tone for who could sustain momentum in the weeks ahead. Semak spoke to reporters after the final whistle, breaking down the performance, naming the areas that went well and those that did not, and outlining the adjustments he wants his team to make. The dialogue underscored how Zenit views the remainder of the schedule and what kind of grind lies ahead to keep pace at the top of the table.