Former Spartak Moscow player Soslan Gatagov has shared a perspective on the club’s leadership and the potential future coaching path. He noted that team management appears keen to see Stanislav Cherchesov take the helm, hinting at conversations that may influence decisions before the winter break. Gatagov emphasized that Spartak’s president Alexandra Matitsyn and board member Pavel Zhdanov seem to favor Cherchesov, suggesting that Cherchesov could step in after the winter pause if current coach Guillermo Abascal’s results fail to meet expectations. The implication is clear: the next few weeks could be pivotal for Abascal as the club weighs continuity versus a high‑profile appointment. [citation: sports dispatch source]
Cherchesov’s ties to Spartak are not new. He served as head coach from 2007 to 2008, a period during which Spartak captured the silver medal in the Russian Championship of 2008, underscoring his track record with the club. His most recent coaching role before this discussion was with Ferencvaros in Hungary, where he was released in July of this year. This background provides context for the current rumor mill, as the club contemplates not only immediate results but also the strategic alignment of leadership and sporting direction. [citation: club history archive]
In the recent Moscow derby on October 8, Spartak managed to secure a 2-2 draw against CSKA. The scoring sequence showcased a brace from Milan Gaich and goals contributed by Quincy Promes and Jesus Medina. Spartak’s ability to find goals in a tightly contested match highlighted a resilience that supporters hope will translate into steadier results moving forward. The team collected 17 points after 11 matches, placing them in fifth position in the league standings. These numbers add weight to the debates about whether a coaching shift is warranted, as the club weighs the balance between short‑term results and long‑term strategic planning. [citation: match report digest]
Beyond the headlines, there is an undercurrent of discussion about whether Cherchesov should return to Spartak and what form his leadership might take. The possibility has been a recurring topic in conversations about the club’s future, reflecting Spartak’s broader ambitions to restore a peak performance cadence and reestablish stability in coaching. While the speculation continues, the decision will likely hinge on a combination of results, internal assessments, and the willingness of key stakeholders to commit to a particular vision for the team. [citation: pundit roundup]
As the season progresses, fans and analysts will closely monitor how Spartak balances ambition with pragmatism. The question remains: can a familiar face with past success guide the club back to the upper echelons of Russian football, or will the administration opt for a different path to reinvigorate the squad? The coming months are expected to reveal whether Cherchesov’s prior influence at the club becomes the defining factor in its next era, or if Abascal will demonstrate that he can stabilize performance and deliver results that align with the club’s goals. [citation: season outlook]