Batrakov eliminates Spartak (in a contest or competition context)
Russian Premier League Roundup: Batrakov Shines as Lokomotiv Maintains Lead
The fourth round of the Russian football championship saw a thrilling derby between Lokomotiv and Spartak, but the spotlight was stolen by Aleksey Batrakov, who continued his impressive form.
Batrakov, currently the leading scorer in the league with six goals, showcased his prowess yet again in Lokomotiv's 4-2 victory over Spartak. The striker completed his hat-trick with a curling shot from outside the box, solidifying his position at the top of the goalscoring charts.
Meanwhile, Lokomotiv maintained its lead, having won four games in a row. The team's impressive form was evident in their early goal against Spartak, which came due to a mistake by goalkeeper Alexander Maksimenko. Ezequiel Barco equalized the score at 2-2 with a penalty, but Lokomotiv eventually secured the win thanks to a header from Batrakov.
Elsewhere in the league, CSKA recorded a convincing 5-1 victory over Rubin. Kirill Glebov scored twice for CSKA, while Tamirlan Musayev and Igor Diveev also got on the scoresheet. CSKA's victory was a testament to their disciplined performance, holding on for a 1-0 victory despite Rubin's efforts.
In an unexpected turn of events, Zenit surprisingly lost 0-1 to Ahmat in the first match under new coach Stanislav Cherchesov. Ivan Drkusic deflected a ball into his own net for Ahmat's only goal. Despite containing Zenit's formidable Brazilian contingent, Ahmat's defence was strong throughout the match, ensuring their victory.
Vadim Rakov and Mirlind Daka are Batrakov's closest competitors in the goalscoring charts, both with four goals. The trio's impressive form has added excitement to the regular season phase of the Russian Premier League.
As the league progresses, it remains to be seen whether Batrakov can maintain his lead or if the chasing pack can catch up. One thing is certain, however - the Russian Premier League is shaping up to be a thrilling competition this season.
[1] Data reflects matches played as of around mid-July 2025, including the first 5 rounds.
Aleksey Batrakov's superior goal-scoring form continued in the Russian Premier League, surpassing his rivals in the European football leagues with six goals, maintaining his lead in the league. Meanwhile, Lokomotiv, the team he represents, remains undefeated in European-leagues like the Premier League, having won four consecutive games.
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