Jhon Córdoba scores brace for Krasnodar after Colombia snub
Striker Jhon Córdoba scored twice to lead Krasnodar to a 4-2 victory over CSKA Moscow, delivering a strong performance just after being left out of the Colombia national team squad.
Jhon Córdoba was the star of the show as Krasnodar secured a crucial 4-2 victory over CSKA Moscow in the 14th round of the Russian League. The Colombian striker scored the opening goal in the 16th minute and sealed the win with a brilliant header in the 82nd minute.
This performance came just a day after it was confirmed that the forward had been excluded from the Colombia national team squad for the upcoming November FIFA window by head coach Néstor Lorenzo. Despite the snub, Córdoba proved his worth on the pitch with a dominant display.
The victory keeps Krasnodar in third place in the table with 26 points. Córdoba has now recorded 6 goals and 1 assist in 12 appearances this season. His performance against CSKA, which included six shots and an 8.5 match rating, underscores his importance to his club's current campaign.