Pablo Solari, the promising midfielder of Spartak Moscow, recently marked his debut with the team with both excitement and determination. The match against Orenburg on March 2, 2025, ended with Spartak securing a convincing 2-0 victory, with Solari netting his first goal for the club.
“Hello, Spartak fans! I’m glad I was able to score and win my first match for Spartak. I hope this is just the beginning!” exclaimed Solari, whose words were released by the club's press service. His move from River Plate to Spartak took place earlier this winter for approximately 10 million euros, with his contract set to last until 2029.
Reflecting on his debut, Solari stated, “Of course, I’m very satisfied with my debut and happy to have played my first match for Spartak, especially since I managed to score my first goal for the new team.” He acknowledged the conditions of the match, which were particularly challenging due to the cold weather. “Yes, it was very cold, and I didn’t even anticipate having to play in such cold. It was quite difficult for me to play under these conditions,” he said.
Known for his adaptability, Solari sees this as part of the process. “But I think this is the process of adaptation. I want to get used to the new field, new weather quickly. All of this is very important. I’m confident I can manage it,” he commented.
Solari’s impressive performance has set the stage for Spartak, who currently sits second on the Russian Premier League table with 40 points after 19 matches. With their next match against Rubin Kazan scheduled for March 9 at the Ak Bars Arena, the team under coach Dejan Stankovic is hopeful for continued success.
Stankovic expressed his approval of his new players, including Solari, noting, “Markinhos is a real worker. He came as a ‘ten,’ but I transformed him.” Stankovic is dedicated to building upon the legacy of Spartak, aspiring to reach even greater heights than those established by former coach Oleg Romantsev.
Following the match against Orenburg, Solari shared his enthusiasm about international club competitions and commented on the potential return of Russian teams to European tournaments. “It would be great! Naturally, one always wants to play with the best opponents in Europe. I hope it will soon be possible,” he stated, discussing his interest based on rumors of potential European interest from clubs.
Despite these speculations, Solari clarified, “It’s difficult for me to say. My agent handles the negotiations, and I try not to get involved. I only found out when negotiations with Spartak reached the necessary level.” This demonstrates his focus on adapting to life in Moscow, both on and off the field.
Solari aims to continue contributing to Spartak's success, highlighting the positive impression his teammates have made on him both as players and individuals. “I was impressed with all my teammates. This is not only because they are excellent footballers but also because they turned out to be pleasant and good people,” he noted, indicating camaraderie within the squad.
With aspirations set on both personal and team success, fans are eager to witness the potential of Solari as he continues to settle in and adapt to his new environment. The hopes around him indicate promising times awaiting Spartak as they vie for dominance within the league and beyond.
Overall, Solari's debut appears to be just the starting point of what he hopes will be a fruitful period with Spartak Moscow.