Smolov started the season without a club for the first time

35-year-old striker Fyodor Smolov commented on the start of the new season of the Russian Championship. This was reported by Euro-football.ru.

He stated that he is starting a season without a club for the first time in his career. He admitted that this situation feels strange and unfamiliar to him.

Nevertheless, he announced that he decided to take advantage of this opportunity to observe the games from a spectator's point of view. Smolov left the "Krasnodar" club at the end of the last season.

He made history as the first striker to win the championship in the history of the Russian Championship. So far, the former player has not made an official statement about ending his career or signing a contract with another club.

Additionally, Smolov explained the reasons for leaving Russia, including the situation that arose after the scandal. He openly elaborated on his decision and expressed his intention to continue his career in the future.