Overview
- Matvey Safonov’s late mistake in the 82nd minute allowed Peru to equalize in a 1-1 friendly in Saint Petersburg.
- Safonov is not on Russia’s list for the November 15 friendly against Chile, and he was authorized to leave the camp.
- Head coach Valery Karpin said the goal followed a slip by Safonov and suggested he might not have started a competitive match.
- PSG indicates he was scheduled to play only the first game and will spend a few days with family in Russia before returning to prepare for Le Havre on November 22.
- Safonov has yet to play this season for PSG behind Lucas Chevalier, despite prior backing from Russia goalkeeper coach Vitaly Kafanov as the national team’s number one.