Spartak Moscow head coach Oleg Kononov believes that his team can win the title this season. He believes that he has a good squad and that there is a good team spirit within the team. He said that the management has worked hard during the close season to strengthen the team and that the new arrivals will definitely help the team compete for trophies.

Oleg Kononov said that Spartak Moscow is a big club and that it is important for a club of this stature to compete for not only for the Russian title but also perform in European competition. Oleg Kononov said that in the past Spartak Moscow was performing well in the Champions League and that it is important that they return to their previous form.

He believes that with the signings that they have made during this close season they will be able to compete not only in Russia but also in Europe.

Oleg Kononov said that the players have prepared themselves well during the close season and that they are ready to have a go at the title. He believes that the current squad is a competitive one and that they can compete with the direct rivals for the title.

Oleg Kononov has denied rumors that he was going to leave Spartak Moscow ahead of the new season. He said that he is happy at the club and that the board has a really good project for the club and that this is an exciting period in the life of the club. He said that there is no reason for him to leave the club at the moment and has denied reports that he has received offers to leave Spartak Moscow.

Oleg Kononov said that he is committed to the club and wants to help the players win trophies.