FC Krasnodar's long-serving player, Sergey Petrov, has agreed to prolong his contract by an additional year.
FC Krasnodar Secures Historic Russian Premier League Title
In a monumental victory, FC Krasnodar claimed the Russian Premier League (RPL) championship for the first time in their history on May 24, 2025. The "black-greens" clinched the title with a resounding 3-0 win against Dynamo Moscow in the final round of the league.
The triumphant performance saw goals from John Cordoba, Nikita Krivtsov, and Eduard Spertsyan, adding to the club's impressive tally. With 67 points, Krasnodar narrowly edged out Zenit St. Petersburg, who secured second place with 66 points in a competitive season.
The "bulls'" captain, defender Sergei Petrov, has extended his contract with the club for another year, keeping him with the team until at least June 30, 2026. Petrov is the all-time appearance leader for Krasnodar, having made 322 appearances, scoring 15 goals, and assisting 19.
The governor of Kuban, Veniamin Kondratyev, and President of Russia, Vladimir Putin, extended their congratulations to Krasnodar's team following their historic victory.
In the aftermath of this triumphant season, FC Krasnodar has etched its name in the annals of Russian football history, breaking Zenit's six-year reign as champions and marking a new era for the club.
In this triumphant season, FC Krasnodar has not only broken Zenit's six-year reign in the Russian Premier League (RPL) but also achieved their first-ever championship title. Furthermore, the club's impressive performance in the league has earned them recognition in European football leagues, with their historic victory gaining recognition beyond Russia.
