Balakhin: Upcoming Match with Rostov Could Be Crucial for Stankovich at Spartak

The former coach of «Rostov,» **[Sergey Balakhnin](https://www.championat.com/tags/4564-sergej-balakhnin/)**, shared his thoughts on the upcoming match between Rostov and Moscow’s «Spartak.» The teams are set to clash on October 18 as part of the 12th round of the 2025/2026 Russian Premier League season.

**- Could the match against «Rostov» be crucial for Stankovich?**
— Given the recent developments surrounding «Spartak,» it’s quite possible. There’s a significant chance, as the current position of «Spartak» in the RPL standings is unsatisfactory to everyone. The team’s performance isn’t meeting expectations, especially considering the strength of the squad, — Balakhnin told a correspondent from «Championat.»