Veteran of the “Dinamo” team Oleg Teryokhin shared his thoughts on the Russia Cup draw in an exclusive interview. This was reported by Euro-football.ru.
What can you say about the Russia Cup draw? Anything can happen in the Russia Cup, even losing and still not being eliminated from the tournament (laughs). Seriously, there is no clear favorite in the group, as teams will have rotations just like last season.
This is the start of the championship, so young players will take the field. I don’t think there will be any unexpected situations. What position will “Dinamo” occupy in this group? Anything is possible.
We need to see what the situation is at the beginning of the championship: injuries, rotations. No one will put their leaders at risk. Does only “Krasnodar” seem like a serious competitor from an objective perspective? Why do you think so?
They also won’t play with a full squad. “Dinamo” criticized the fact that the draw process was not broadcast live and that team representatives did not participate. Do you agree with the club's opinion or is it not important? I read about this.
I think representatives of cup teams should be invited to the draw; otherwise, it’s wrong. I don’t have specific information on how it was conducted.
However, what would have changed if “Dinamo” representatives had been at the draw? The club is skeptical about the transparency of the draw. Do you have such doubts? No.
These statements are unfounded. Three teams will advance from the group.
I don’t see a problem. If the goal is to win the cup, it doesn’t matter who the opponent is.
Ultimately, you will have to face a high-level team. Do you think this situation arose because the “white-blues” expressed dissatisfaction with the draw results? I can’t say for sure. What can you say about Jorge Carrascal not arriving before the training camp starts? This is a common situation for foreign players. Now he will be fined, and he will come soon. Why do legionnaires repeat such actions multiple times? That’s just who they are.
They are looking for something. Carrascal didn’t leave CSKA for nothing.
Maybe there is some problem behind it. There was a similar situation with Bitello.
Such situations happen. There are reports that Carrascal has signed a contract with “Flamengo.” Is that the reason? Perhaps.
Currently, selling him or finalizing an agreement is being considered. Whether to let him go is up to Karpin.
The player is not bad, but he has character. There is always some controversy with foreign players. Should we get rid of such legionnaires? Absolutely.
Completely. That’s why “Dinamo” is putting him on the market now.
They will make money, and he can go wherever he wants. Interview author: Yelena Grigorievskaya
