“Lokomotiv” team head coach Mikhail Galaktionov commented to “Match TV” after the game against CSKA. This was reported by Euro-football.ru.
When asked why Artyom Karpukas, who is in good athletic form, did not play today, he responded: “We rested Karpukas to be fully prepared for the next game. Because there are only two days left and there is another game on the third day.
Our team’s central line requires more renewal and strength. Barinov played the entire game, while another Barinov played only one half.
Therefore, we considered it inappropriate to immediately include Karpukas in the game. Ahead of us is a tough away game in the championship.” There was also a question about Vorobyov's athletic form.
“Of course, when he came onto the field, there was liveliness and speed in the game. The openings increased, and he applied pressure.
Indeed, he is in good shape and is actively moving. Most of the effective situations created in our team are related to him,” said the coach.
Despite the defeat in the game, when asked about the positive aspects, the coach emphasized: “We talked with the guys. The difference between the first and second halves was significant.
I want to thank the players for the first half. Of course, we expected more determination and aggressiveness from the guys who played in the starting lineup in the first half.
We needed to play actively and competitively, not looking back. This aspect was precisely what was lacking in the first half.”
