The locomotive defender Samoshnikov is absent in the match against Pari NN

The Lokomotiv team defender Ilya Samoshnikov will not be able to help his team in the upcoming match against Pari NN. This was reported by Euro-football.ru.

According to Sport-Express, the 27-year-old footballer will miss the third round of the Russian championship. Reports indicate that he was injured in the last Cup match against CSKA.

Samoshnikov has played in two matches this season, but did not stand out with goals or assists. The match between Pari NN and Lokomotiv will take place tomorrow, August 2.

The match referee is scheduled to blow the starting whistle at 20:30 Moscow time. The Lokomotiv team will not be able to utilize their key defender in this important match.

This injury is significant for both the player and the team. The outcome of the match could affect the teams' positions in the tournament table.

The teams will fight for important points in the third round.