During the Russian Cup quarter-final rematch between Rostov and Spartak Moscow, a video circulated on the Telegram channel Against Mutko showing head coach Dejan Stankovic striking the protective glass on Spartak’s bench as the match pressed deep into the second half. The footage quickly spread online and became a talking point among fans and analysts alike.
The game unfolded at Rostov Arena, where Rostov pressed to take control and eventually sealed a 2-1 victory in the second leg. The first meeting had seen Rostov win 1-0, so the two-game total left Rostov ahead 3-1 on aggregate. That margin meant Spartak Moscow did not advance along the Cup’s main path and instead dropped into the Regional Path, while Rostov continued its Cup journey aligned with the top tier of Russian football. The result highlighted the pressure and high stakes that come with two-legged ties in this competition.
Stankovic offered a post-match apology for the damage to stadium property, stating clearly that he would cover the costs. He was quoted saying, I’m sorry about the broken bench. I’m willing to pay. The moment added another layer to the post-match narrative and sparked discussions about on-field behavior and accountability at the highest level of the game.
Looking ahead, Spartak is scheduled to visit Krasnodar for Round 17 of the Russian Premier League, with kickoff slated for 19:30 Moscow time on December 1. Rostov is set to play at home against Paris NN on November 30, with a 19:00 start. These fixtures keep both clubs in the thick of their domestic schedules as the season moves forward.
Earlier, Valery Karpin commented on Rostov’s victory, weighing in on the performance and the impact of the result. The sequence of events added tension to the domestic season and fed ongoing conversations about football culture, discipline, and the responsibilities that come with leadership on the touchline.
Cited from Rostov Arena coverage and channel Against Mutko reporting, the incident stands as a notable example of how emotions can flare during knock-out football and how clubs respond in the days that follow.