“RPL behind, goal is to make it into the top 5”: Faysulaev talks about CSKA, Fedotov, and his duel with Carraскалем at the World Cup

In an interview with Igor Rabiner, Uzbekistan’s midfielder Abbos Faysulaev clearly defined the direction of his career. He said that he saw no point in returning to the Russian Premier League. However, he admitted that he watches the matches of his former club regularly, with a professional interest.

Faysulaev cited tactical limitations as the main reason for his departure from CSKA. In Marco Nikolich’s system, with the diamond formation in the middle of the field, the Uzbek player felt restricted. “Marco taught me how to play effectively in defense. I’m grateful for that. But it was under Vladimir Fedotov that I could express myself as a creative player.” This move was a conscious decision for his development, allowing him to reach a new level.

Today, Faysulaev sees his next club as being in one of the top 5 European leagues. Despite the change of league, his connection with his family remains intact. He keeps in touch with Moises, Kislyak, Lukin, Krugov, Guarirappa, and Davila. He also doesn’t miss any matches of CSKA at all, recognizing the progress of the team.

The upcoming World Cup match between Uzbekistan and Colombia is particularly interesting. Faysulaev has promised to hug Jorge Carraскалем personally, with whom he has become close in Moscow. This match between former teammates promises to be both emotional and tactical. Will they be able to bring their teams to the playoffs? Only the game will tell. But one thing is certain: RPL has released a player who already thinks in terms of European top-level players.