Zabolotniy was strongly impressed by Stankovich

Forward Anton Zabolotniy has joined the "Spartak" team. This was reported by Euro-football.ru.

The 34-year-old player was asked about the impression he had during his first conversation with the team’s head coach Deyan Stankovich. Zabolotniy said, “He told me, ‘Chao, strong man!’ The coach is charismatic, very confident in himself, and has clear thoughts and views on the game.

Therefore, the impression of him as a coach and as a person was very good. It will be pleasant to work with him,” he told the "Spartak" press service. Currently, Deyan Stankovich is preparing the "Spartak" team for the start of the new season.

The team will play against Makhachkala's "Dinamo" at home in the first round. The exact date of the match has not yet been announced, but the possible dates could be July 19 or 20. Last season, "Spartak" finished fourth in the Uzbekistan Premier League standings.

The team aims to achieve even higher results in the new season. The addition of forward Anton Zabolotniy will help strengthen the team's attacking line.

Under the clear and confident management of coach Stankovich, the hopes of "Spartak" fans are rising. All conditions are being created to show successful results in the new season.