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Goal delivery delayed: "One individual interfered, causing the hundredth goal to be scored later than expected"

Lokomotiv FC player Nikolai Komlichenko discusses his emotional journey to scoring a significant goal and his feelings following the match against Krylya Sovietov.

Goalpost decision delayed Komlichenko's 100th score, claims individual played a part
Goalpost decision delayed Komlichenko's 100th score, claims individual played a part

Goal delivery delayed: "One individual interfered, causing the hundredth goal to be scored later than expected"

Lokomotiv's Komlichenko Scores Milestone Goal Amid Controversy

Nikolai Komlichenko, the forward for Lokomotiv, made history in the Russian Cup on Tuesday, scoring his 100th goal in a match against Akron. However, the celebration was short-lived as the goal was initially disallowed due to a VAR review, a decision that left Komlichenko more concerned about letting his team down than about himself.

In a previous match against Wings of the Soviets, Komlichenko's 100th goal was also initially disallowed, adding to the controversy surrounding his milestone achievement. Despite this, Komlichenko has expressed his opinion on the referee's decision but has chosen not to repeat his words publicly.

Lokomotiv, currently third in the RPL standings with 16 points, has not lost a single match in the championship. The team's next opponent is Dynamo Makhachkala in the ninth round of the RPL. Komichenko sees this match as an opportunity to continue his scoring streak and help his team solidify their position in the leading group.

Meanwhile, Litvinov, the coach of Spartak, remains confident in his team's championship ambitions despite being eighth in the standings. Elsewhere, Svyщev has called on Zenit to sue Rakitskiy for defamatory statements.

In a surprising turn of events, Guberniev named Talalaev, the coach of Lokomotiv, as the best coach in Russia at the moment. Komlichenko's 100th goal, when it was eventually allowed, was a brace, further highlighting his impressive form this season.

Unfortunately, the results do not contain information about who Lokomotiv's next opponent in the RPL will be. As the season progresses, fans will eagerly anticipate the next chapter in Komlichenko's career and Lokomotiv's journey in the RPL.

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