After the match against CSKA in the 11th round of the Russian Premier League, Moscow Spartak defender Daniil Denisov spoke about how the team managed to keep playing to the final whistle, regardless of the score, and what still needed to be done to claim victory. His remarks were relayed by Sports Express.
Denisov noted that the visitors could have shown more movement and sharper play in attack. He asked whether CSKA did not look pressured or even feigned fatigue as the game wore on. Such moments are always difficult on the field, he admitted, but they should not derail the team. He emphasized that Spartak demonstrated the ability to fight until the end and that the match finished in a draw.
The clash took place on October 8 at the Otkritie Bank Arena in Moscow, ending in a 2-2 stalemate. Milan Gaich delivered a brace for Spartak, while Quincy Promes and former CSKA player Jesus Medina contributed goals for the home side. Medina sealed the draw with a late strike, delivering a point at a critical juncture of the match.
With 11 rounds completed in the Russian Championship, Spartak sits fifth with 17 points, while CSKA is eighth, also on 17 points. The next chapter of this rivalry is scheduled for the 21st round of the league, though the exact date and kickoff time have not yet been announced.
Earlier, Spartak sent a message to their supporters following the CSKA encounter, underscoring the club’s resolve and unity in the wake of a hard-fought result. The players stressed that every performance matters as the season progresses and that they will continue to push for favorable outcomes in upcoming fixtures. [citation: Sports Express]