A former midfielder of Samara Krylya Sovetov, Anton Bober, who still holds the record for the most appearances in the Russian Championship, believes that a strong finish to the 2024/25 season could place the club among the top eight. His assessment emphasizes that achieving solid results requires not just consistency, but also pinpoint recruitment to refresh the squad and raise performance levels across the campaign.
Bober remarked that the club’s potential is clear when it performs at a high level. He noted that the Wings recorded 41 points and finished ninth in the Russian Premier League at the end of the 2023/24 season, a performance that signals the team’s capability to push higher with the right moves and strategic planning. The former player stressed that maintaining or improving that level of play is essential for entering the top eight in the upcoming season.
According to Bober, getting there will depend on targeted additions that strengthen the roster and bring in players who can contribute immediately. He described the task as a balanced mix of reinforcement and cohesion, where new signings must integrate quickly with the team’s system and culture to avoid disruption while elevating on-field results.
While he spoke with the confidence that a credible result is possible, Bober also acknowledged that predicting a precise finish remains challenging. The Wings’ form can be unpredictable, and a few games could swing the standings in either direction. Nevertheless, the former midfielder believes that a top-eight finish should be the benchmark for a successful season, reflecting growth and consistency over the entire campaign.
Looking ahead to the new RPL season, the Wings are slated to start at home against the reigning national champions, Zenit. The opening match is scheduled for July 20, a date that could set the tone for the club’s aspirations and signal the level of ambition across the squad and its supporters.
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