The head coaches of both teams shared their insights and reflections following the final game of the season, discussing their strategies and the outcomes on the field.
Sergey Kolosov, Head Coach of Lokomotiv-m:
Sergey Kolosov, head coach of “Lokomotiv-m,” offered his perspective on the team`s performance, attributing the defeat to a combination of factors. He suggested that insufficient recovery time after their previous encounter with “Yenisei,” coupled with a potential lack of optimal mindset, may have played a role. Kolosov also pointed out that their earlier victory against “Yar” in Penza might have subtly influenced the team`s approach, and acknowledged the strong lineup fielded by “Krasny Yar-m.” Despite the less-than-ideal result, the coach emphasized the importance of this match as a learning experience for the team`s future development, candidly admitting that they were capable of a better display.
Alexey Skripnik, Head Coach of Krasny Yar-m:
Alexey Skripnik, head coach of “Krasny Yar-m,” delved into the tactical aspects of the game. He explained that, given “Lokomotiv`s” tendency to position their defensive line high, his team was instructed to exploit open spaces with long kicks. However, Skripnik noted that the players predominantly opted for hand-to-hand play, attempting to move the ball to the wings instead of following the kicking strategy. During halftime, efforts were made to address this tactical discrepancy, but the coach observed a decline in the team`s overall dynamic during the second half. Skripnik conceded that numerous errors were present even in the first half, but these were masked by the players` initial freshness. As fatigue set in during the latter stages of the game, these errors became more pronounced, ultimately affecting their point-scoring ability.
