Leonid Fedun, the former owner and chairman of Moscow Spartak, spoke frankly about his dissatisfaction with the officiating in the Round 19 clash between Voronezh’s Torch and Spartak Moscow in the Russian Premier League.
“The kids did well. Despite the refereeing errors, we secured the win. Still, I feel for Sobolev, because his goal was clearly taken away from him during the play,” Fedun remarked, reflecting on the match. The remarks were reported by sports24 and echoed by many fans who felt the officiating skewed the balance of the game.
In a lighter note, Fedun also congratulated his team captain Quincy Promes, noting that the forward’s leadership and talent set the tone for the victory. He hinted that Promes’s continued form might push Spartak past historic benchmarks set by legendary players such as Titov, praising the squad’s spirit and the tactical discipline shown by the players on the night.
The match took place at the Otkritie Bank Arena in Moscow, where Spartak triumphed with a final score that stood at 3?2, signaling a hard-fought victory over Torch. The scoreline reflected a match that swung back and forth, with Spartak’s attackers finding crucial moments to convert opportunities under pressure.
Quincy Promes scored twice, continuing his prolific run for Spartak by recording his 100th and 101st goals for the club. The two-goal performance underscored his role as a decisive contributor in big matches and highlighted his impact in domestic competitions for Spartak.
In addition to Promes’s brace, Khyzyr Appaev and Reda Rabei were on the scoresheet for Spartak by converting a late first-half penalty, coming in the fourth minute of stoppage time, a window that proved pivotal in tilting the balance before the break. Their strikes showcased Spartak’s ability to capitalize on set-piece opportunities and keep pressure on the visitors late into the first half.
Christopher Martins Pereira added the winning goal in the 87th minute, sealing the late surge and delivering a dramatic finish for the home side. His strike demonstrated the team’s depth and resilience, helping to secure a crucial three points in a tightly contested league encounter.
Earlier in the season, Spartak Moscow had faced Fakel Voronezh in the 19th week of the Russian Premier League, a match that also featured the unveiling of the club’s new mascot. The moment underscored Spartak’s ongoing efforts to invigorate the club’s brand and engage with supporters as the season progressed. (Source: Sports24)