An Overdue Success
As the Russian season draws to a close, one club has already achieved promotion to the promised land.
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Club Profile – Alania Vladikavkaz
A profile of Alania Vladikavkaz.
Springing Into Life
With no domestic football since December, the Russian game is finally back. MTA previews the weekend’s fixtures.
The Cost of Purgatory
Russia’s second tier is often seen as something of a graveyard for its clubs. Trying to escape it, or even stay in it, is proving costly for some.
A Dynasty In Decline
Alania Vladikavkaz are one of the best-supported clubs in Russia, but they are not short of problems.
An Expensive Non-Solution
Fabio Capello is the new Russia manager, but his lucrative salary and high profile cannot hide a lack of vision from the Russian Football Union.
Clawing Their Way To The Top
As the dust settles on the European football season, there is still the small matter of the Russian First Division left to deal with. With promotion to the Premier League still in the sights of three teams, who will end up celebrating at the end of a long, hard season?
Destined To Fail? A Sacking in Siberia
Alex Miller’s appointment at Sibir seemed like an interesting an potentially inspired selection. With the Scotsman already sacked after just three months in the role, did he ever stand a chance?
Mozdok, Moscow and Makhachkala – The Gabulov Story
Having grown up in trying times, Vladimir and Georgy Gabulov have defied the odds to forge impressive careers in football.
A Guide To Bouncing Back From The Brink
Torpedo Moscow may not the top side in their city, but they are making progress again after a few tough years in the wilderness.
