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Varvara Semina: Return to Europe Is a Big Chance
CSKA and Russia left back Varvara Semina says facing Serbia in October and the Bulgaria tournament in November will help her team regain competitive rhythm.
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Yevgeni Ryasensky Barred From Leaving Russia Over Debt
The 2012 world champion, who sold his gold medal and championship rings to pay off business debts, faces a fresh travel ban over 3.27 million roubles owed.
Nikitin: CSKA Must Stay Cool After 6:5 Win Over SKA
CSKA held on for a 6:5 KHL win after leading 6:3, as coach Igor Nikitin urged composure and SKA's Larionov praised his team's fighting character despite the loss.
Kovalenko: CSKA conceded far too much vs SKA
CSKA forward Nikolai Kovalenko, who scored twice, said the team must tighten defensively after a wild 6-5 KHL win over SKA.
Korstin: Krylatskoye Arena a Hit With Players and Fans
VTB League CEO Ilona Korstin praised the Krylatskoye arena during the MBA–CSKA Moscow derby, calling it comfortable for both players and spectators.
Pavel Zubov on Lada's 0:5 Loss to CSKA
Lada coach Pavel Zubov admitted his side were outplayed by CSKA despite leading in distance and puck possession, as the team dropped to 10th in the West.
Kugryshev Reaches 900 KHL Games for Lada
The 36-year-old forward hit the milestone against Dinamo Minsk, becoming only the ninth player in KHL history to reach 900 games.
KHL president Morozov backs RUSADA over Kamenev doping case
Alexei Morozov says Kamenev, banned 2 years for meldonium, could still play in the KHL this season if a club signs him by 25 January. Ban ends 15 March 2027.
Salavat Yulaev's Dean Stewart open to Russian citizenship
Canadian defenceman Dean Stewart says he has not thought deeply about a Russian passport but would consider it if his club's GM or agent asked.
Nikitin: CSKA did not play a model game in 5:0 win over Lada
CSKA coach Igor Nikitin said the team made mistakes despite the 5:0 KHL win over Lada and admitted the second period was not good, though a goal helped.
MBA general director Kocharyan: youngsters got a chance against CSKA
MBA lost 65:82 to CSKA in its VTB United League opener, with five key players out injured; Igor Kocharyan says the young squad gained valuable experience.
Voznyuk: CSKA dictated terms from the first seconds
MBA fell 65:82 to CSKA in a Moscow derby, and head coach Sergei Voznyuk blamed a slow start and 25 turnovers for the defeat.
Pistiolis: CSKA Can't Settle for Just 20 Good Minutes
After beating MBA 82:65 away, CSKA coach Andreas Pistiolis demanded a full-match effort and discussed new signing Kirill Elatontsev's ongoing adaptation.
Miller's 17 Points, 11 Assists Lift Lokomotiv-Kuban
Patrick Miller posted 17 points and 11 assists as Lokomotiv-Kuban beat Yenisey to open the VTB United League regular season 1-0.
Dinamo Moscow win first Russian Rugby Cup
Dinamo Moscow beat Enisey-STM 31:26 in the final at VTB Arena, completing a clean sweep of Russia's domestic rugby titles this season.
Lada's Nikita Setdikov says Putin inspires him
Lada forward recalls meeting the Russian president in Sochi at the world junior championship, where they watched the film Legend No. 17 together.
Landon Dupont tops Craig Button's 2027 NHL Draft ranking
Michigan defenceman Landon Dupont leads TSN analyst Craig Button's top 32 for the 2027 NHL Draft, with Russians Nazar Privalov and Sergei Skvortsov second and third.
CSKA coach Nikitin: Points are the same everywhere on the road
CSKA beat Amur 2:0 to win all four away games so far. Igor Nikitin called it a good team win, with the Lada match on 25 September to finish the trip.
Bratash on Admiral's 1:2 loss to Lokomotiv: no criticism of players
Admiral coach Oleg Bratash says his team had chances against Lokomotiv but fell short, confirms Kulbakov is seriously injured and Olson and Grman are fit.
Andrievsky: CSKA simply outworked Amur, nothing worked for us
Amur head coach Alexander Andrievsky thanked the fans after the 0-2 KHL defeat to CSKA, saying nothing worked for his team and the opponent simply outworked them.
CSKA beat Amur 2-0 and Lokomotiv edge Admiral in KHL
CSKA won 2-0 against Amur and Lokomotiv edged Admiral 2-1 on 23 September in the KHL, while Salavat Yulaev, still without points, faced Metallurg.
Shutov, Zamula, Goldobin named KHL players of the week
Barys goaltender Andrei Shutov stopped all 51 shots he faced, while CSKA's Zamula, SKA's Goldobin and rookie Shcherbakov also took weekly honors.
Severstal beat Amur 4-1 away to end four-game losing run
Severstal won 4-1 at Amur in the KHL, ending a run of four straight defeats and climbing to eighth in the West with 5 points from 7 games played.
Bazelyuk on swapping shirts with Boateng after Bayern game
Former CSKA forward Konstantin Bazelyuk, now at Lit Energy, recalls how he got Jérôme Boateng's shirt and later spotted the defender wearing his own one online.