CSKA Moscow's interim head coach, Dmitry Igdysamov, has set a straightforward and ambitious goal for his team as the Mir Russian Premier League season approaches its conclusion. The army club faces two crucial fixtures, and the coach has made it clear that winning both is the only acceptable outcome.
The team's immediate challenge comes in the 29th round, where they will face Pari Nizhny Novgorod. This will be followed by a final-day clash against Lokomotiv Moscow in the 30th round. For Igdysamov, these matches represent the final opportunity to shape the season's narrative.
In his pre-match comments, the coach emphasized that the identity of the opponents is secondary to the team's own performance. He stated that there is no direct link between his past working relationships and the current task at hand. The sole focus is on achieving the required results.
Igdysamov also addressed the question of squad selection, indicating that age will not be a determining factor in choosing the players who will take the field. The primary criterion for selection will be which players can best help the team achieve its objective of winning the remaining two games.
When asked about the league standings, the coach revealed that he and the team are deliberately avoiding looking at the table. He explained that their current position is not entirely within their control, making it counterproductive to focus on it. The immediate priority is simply to win the next match, and then the one after that.
The overarching philosophy is to finish the campaign on a positive note. By concentrating solely on the task of winning the final two fixtures, CSKA aims to end the season with momentum and a sense of accomplishment, regardless of the final standings.
Based on reporting from Чемпионат.com.
