Konstantin Genich Reflects on Dejan Stankovics Tenure at Spartak: A Misalignment of Potential

Famous football commentator Konstantin Genich shared his thoughts on Dejan Stankovic’s tenure at Moscow’s «Spartak.» The Serbian coach led the red-and-white team from July 1, 2024, to November 11, 2025.

«I think Spartak analyzed the situation and concluded that it’s unlikely they would achieve success with him, which led to the decision they made. From all indications, Stankovic seemed like a good fit for Spartak; his profile matched well with the club’s needs. He is a football person and a legend of ‘Crvena Zvezda,’ which would resonate well with the fans, as he brings a lot of emotion and enthusiasm.

However, I feel that… Hmm… he may not have fully understood the team’s potential. He belongs to that category of coaches who don’t win games themselves; instead, it’s the players who secure victories and elevate him as a great coach,» Genich stated in a recent episode of the YouTube channel «Oh, Native Football!»