Coach (2018 film)
2018 film by Danila Kozlovsky

Coach (Russian: Тренер, romanized: Trener) is a 2018 Russian sports drama film co-written, directed by, and starring Danila Kozlovsky.
Kozlovsky's debut project, where in addition to the usual main role, he took on the role of director for the first time. A football drama about the star striker of the national team, who, after a loud failure, leaves the big sport. But he is not able to renounce his vacation and becomes the coach of an unknown team. While teaching it the art of defeating opponents, the hero himself learns to conquer his internal breakdowns.
Plot
During the crucial qualifying match for the World Cup against the Romanian team, Yuri Stoleshnikov, the captain of the Russian team, fails to score a penalty in the last minutes of the game. Following this, he aggressively tackles an opponent, shouts at the referee, and ultimately receives a red card. As he leaves the field, he instigates a fight with the spectators. As a result, the national team loses 0-1, and Stoleshnikov is handed a one-year suspension. He also decides to leave his club, Spartak, and ultimately chooses to retire from his career as a player.
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