Zenit football player Wilmar Barrios said he had not adapted to the climate in Russia
Colombian midfielder of St. Petersburg “Zenith” Vilmar Barrios called the minus of life in Russia. His words are quoted by Sports Day by Day.
“I confess that the climate is the only thing in Russia that I have not adapted to. I am from a country where the sun shines 365 days a year. When it’s cold outside, it’s hard to enjoy everything that is not about work, ”said the footballer. He said that relatives constantly ask him about the Russian cold and he himself is saved by playing football.
Barrios moved to Zenit in February 2019 from the Argentine club Boca Juniors. As part of the St. Petersburg club, he became a three-time champion of Russia, won the Cup and the Super Cup of the country. Barrios’ contract with Zenit expires in the summer of 2023. The midfielder also plays for the Colombian national team. He took part in the 2018 World Cup, which was held in Russia.
In April last year, Serbian striker Djordje Despotovic, who at that time represented Rubin, spoke about the main disadvantage of playing in the Russian Premier League. According to the player, he does not like the team-wide arrivals at the hotel on the eve of matches, as it is difficult for him to fall asleep not in his bed.
Source: Lenta
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