Football
Karpukas' agent: Lokomotiv talks ended in April, decision made in May
Alexander Klyuev says Artem Karpukas chose Zenit after talks with Lokomotiv died in April, calls the 200 million figure nonsense and cites new club management.
Krasnodar
Fan ID made compulsory for Russian Cup games at RPL grounds
Mishustin signs order extending Fan ID to Russian Cup home games of Premier League clubs from 1 October, as the ministry cites fewer violations and rising crowds.
Anthony Martial in talks with CSKA Moscow and Krasnodar
The free agent is weighing offers from two Russian Premier League clubs and Spanish sides after turning down a lucrative deal from Libya's Al-Ittihad Tripoli.
Matvey Safonov faces alimony hearing before Barcelona clash
PSG goalkeeper Safonov has a Moscow court hearing over alimony payments on 19 October, a day before the Champions League match against Barcelona.
Córdoba Under Fire for Dive Against Akron
Krasnodar's John Córdoba faces sharp criticism from Russian pundits after appearing to simulate contact from Akron keeper Vitali Gudiev in a 1:1 draw.
Spartak thrash Rostov 3-0 as Krasnodar stumble
Spartak eased past Rostov with goals from Massalyga, Zhedson and Solari, while leaders Krasnodar were held 1-1 at home by Akron in round 8 of the RPL.
CSKA Held to Draw as Krasnodar Stays Top of RPL
A red card for Matheus Reis cost CSKA a win over Rubin, while Krasnodar needed a stoppage-time Boselli goal to draw with Akron and stay first.
Mostovoi Says Slutsky's Trophies Built on Gazzayev's Legacy
Alexander Mostovoi blasted Leonid Slutsky's coaching record, claiming his CSKA titles relied on Valeri Gazzayev's squad, and doubted Slutsky and Murad Musayev's footballing credentials.
Krasnodar Held to 2-2 Draw by Krylya Sovetov
Krasnodar squandered a 2-0 lead as substitute Amar Rahmanovic scored twice, but the leaders stay top of the Russian Premier League on 19 points.