Alexander Kokorin, the forward of Cyprus' "Aris" team, does not expect good results from Russian clubs in European Cups. This was reported by Euro-football.ru.
In a recent interview, he expressed a sharp opinion about the level of the Russian championship. According to Kokorin, if people do not speak openly, there is no hope for any changes.
He emphasized that he said these words not out of personal hostility but to explain the situation. The footballer said that in the future, if all teams return and participate in European Cups, it would be a shame for him.
He also cited his own example of returning to the field after being released from prison and becoming one of the best players in the Russian championship. It should be recalled that since 2022, Russian clubs and national teams have been banned from international competitions.
This situation negatively affects the status of the country's football on the international stage. According to Kokorin, it is difficult for Russian clubs to achieve success in international competitions under the current circumstances.
He stressed the need for new opportunities and changes for players and teams. Thus, a difficult period continues for Russian football, and serious changes are required in these processes.
