MOSCOW, Sep 14, Alexander Bokulev. German head coach of the Moscow football club » Lokomotiv Josef Zinnbauer, commenting on the sharp statements of the team's fans at the match of the 2nd round of the Russian Cup group stage with Krasnodar, said that the fans demonstrate their own indifference in this way and have the right to express their opinion. The main time of the Group A meeting, which took place on Wednesday in Moscow, ended with the score 2:2. In the penalty shootout, the railroad workers turned out to be more accurate — 3:1. The match was attended by some of the active fans of the «red-greens», who chanted the words from the stands: «Fire the Germans from the club.» In addition to German coaches, Lokomotiv also employs German sports director Thomas Zorn.Russian Football CupSeptember 14, 2022 • Start at 15:00Finished (B) />LokomotivRussia3 : 23:1
KrasnodarRussia»This situation is not only in Russia, but also in Germany and other European leagues. I understand our fans , they want the team to succeed, just like us. With their chants they show their caring, we hear their choir not only at the stadium, but also at the arena, on the streets,» Zinnbauer told reporters. «We have a common goal: we want to play well «I have a long coaching career, a lot of experience, and I want to help our guys improve and take steps forward. I am sure that over time we will win the fans over to our side, including the active sector. However, in any case, they have the right to express their opinion» , – added the head coach of Lokomotiv a».
