Athletistic/Hockey. Honored coach of Russia Vladimir Krikunov summarized the results of the second round of the playoffs between SKA and Avtomobilist, where SKA was defeated with a score of 1-4.

“SKA is one of the youngest teams in the KHL, and despite losing to Avtomobilist in the second round of the playoffs, I think the team’s coach Roman Rotenberg should stay in his position. The Army team has faced a lot of difficulties in these playoffs, including injuries and sometimes strange officiating, as the team attacks more often, but plays in the minority.

However, it is important to note that SKA has many young, trusted players gaining experience in the league. For young players, playing in one of the strongest clubs in the league is a great experience and great prospects. SKA has the right strategy for the development of its players, an excellent club vertical that allows young players to grow. Unlike many clubs that focus on foreign players, SKA actively develops Russian players. This is the future of our hockey, ”Krikunov told journalists at the championship.

The fifth match of the quarterfinals between SKA and Avtomobilist ended in St. Petersburg with a score of 5:4 in favor of the guests, which allowed the Yekaterinburg team to advance to the semis -Gagarin Cup finals for the first time in history. .

  • Roman Rotenberg commented on SKA’s defeat in the series with Avtomobilist



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