Karcedo speaks after Spartak's draw against Rubin and prepares
By OnzeActu · · 3 min read
Spartak coach Juan Carlos Karcedo spoke following his team's 0-0 draw against Rubin Kazan, played at the Lukoil Arena. He underlined the management of playing time in preparation for the Super Cup against Zenith and wishes to arrive in the best conditions for this final.
Played at home, on the lawn of the Loukoïl Arena, this meeting allowed the staff to carry out large rotations. Karcedo was satisfied with the investment of his players both tactically and physically: “We had some clear chances both in the first half and at the end of the match. Overall, the team responded and achieved its objectives, namely giving playing time to as many players as possible to continue our collective work. We played to win, but I am satisfied with the content. »
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A few days before the Russian Super Cup, where Spartak will face the ogre Zenit Saint Petersburg, three-time defending champion of the Russian Premier League, preparation is in full swing. Asked about the difficulty of successively facing high-calibre opponents in friendly matches, such as Rubin or soon Lokomotiv, Karcedo put things into perspective: “We organized the sessions in such a way as to distribute the minutes well, to avoid any risk of wear and tear or injury before the final. These tough matches are beneficial for raising our level of preparation. On Saturday, the opposition against Lokomotiv will be a good additional test before attacking the Super Cup. »
The Spanish technician wants to be confident about Spartak's ability to deliver a high-level performance against Zenit. The Super Cup represents a major challenge for the group, keen to open the season with a trophy. Spartak fans are impatiently waiting to see if the squad management strategy initiated by Karcedo will bear fruit against the challenge of Zenit, the current benchmark in Russian football.
This match will be closely followed by football fans in Russia, and could set the tone for the 2024-2025 season. Spartak, which is aiming for a return to the top, wants to build on this dynamic observed in preparation to start the campaign with a major title.
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