Dynamo's game performance was criticized by Bistrov during the encounter against Sochi
Dinamo Moscow Struggles in the Early Rounds of the Russian Premier League
In the opening five matches of the 2025 Russian Premier League (RPL) season, FC Dynamo Moscow has had a challenging start, with only one victory, two draws, and two losses, placing them around 12th position in the standings [1][2][5]. The team's current form is unstable under the leadership of new coach Valery Karpin, who took over during the summer break [6].
The team's performance has been marred by injuries to key players and significant squad issues, causing a lack of cohesion on the pitch [1]. Criticism has focused on the team's balance and adaptation to Karpin's new style, which requires a restructuring of the game [4]. Former coach Sergey Silkin commented that Dinamo's players are still getting used to Karpin's demands and game philosophy, leading to shaky performances and a lack of full understanding among players. This adaptation phase might continue for six months to a year [4].
Despite these challenges, Dinamo Moscow has shown moments of promise, such as creating many chances against CSKA Moscow. However, finishing remains an issue, and the team often concedes important mistakes early in matches [3][4]. In the second half of games, the team has shown more resolve and better play, giving hope for improvement. For example, after conceding to CSKA, Karpin noted that in the second half, the team continued to play and improved their performance, suggesting a stronger mentality when recovering from difficulties [1].
On August 17, Dinamo Moscow will face a crucial derby against CSKA Moscow. This game presents an opportunity for the team to turn their season around and improve their unimpressive play [7].
References:
[1] Sports.ru [2] R-Sport [3] TASS [4] Sovetsky Sport [5] Football Index [6] Dinamo Moscow official website [7] Russian Premier League website
Despite the tough start in the Russian Premier League, Dinamo Moscow might be aiming for a turnaround in their form, especially with the upcoming derby against CSKA Moscow on August 17. Meanwhile, European bookmakers have been keeping an eye on the Premier League, with some offering betting odds on the team's performance in the domestic leagues and football matches across Europe, including the English Premier League and European leagues.
