Russian football giants unveil Englishman in key role

Spartak Moscow announced that experienced Brit Paul Ashworth will be their new sporting director on the same day a new board was revealed Read Full Article at RT.com

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Sep 26, 2022 - 14:00
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Russian football giants unveil Englishman in key role

Spartak Moscow have confirmed Paul Ashworth's appointment

Spartak Moscow have appointed experienced Brit Paul Ashworth as their new sporting director, as confirmed by the Russian Premier League giants on Monday.

The news was revealed on the club's website and social media, with Spartak noting that Ashworth's “excellent knowledge of the Russian language played an important role” in his appointment as well as “extensive professional experience.”

“We welcome Paul Ashworth and wish him success in his work for the benefit of Spartak!” the club added.

Ashworth, 52, is familiar with Russian football after working in the same role at FC Rostov in 2005. 

When manager Gennady Stepushkin was undergoing treatment, he stepped in as acting head coach and commanded the southern Russian club.