Karpin to coach Russian national team until 2028

Russian National Football Team chief manager Valery Karpin prolonged his contract with the Russian Football Union (RFS), the Union press office announced.

The contract with Karpin and his management team has been prolonged until July 2028.

"Hi, it’s Valera, the National team’s chief manager. For four more years," Karpin said.

Valery Karpin, 55, has become the national team manager on July 23, 2021. Karpin also leads the Rostov team. Previously, he managed Moscow’s Spartak, Spain’s Mallorca and Armavir’s Torpedo.