“I can tell right away about the relatively simple lot.
I don't think Poland is a great lot.
Not the worst, but not the best either.
The level of Poland is comparable to the level of Croatia in terms of the class of footballers and the game.
Therefore, it is not worth saying that this is a good lot.
This time, "- said Karpin after the draw.
He noted that it is possible to change the leadership in Russian football and the coach of the national team, but it is impossible to change the domestic players in such a time, therefore it is necessary to work with the existing squad.
In addition, the specialist urged not to perceive the game with Poland as revenge for the defeat from Croatia.
“This game should be perceived not as a revenge, but as a chance to get to Qatar.
But let's see what state we are in.
And Poland will surely undergo changes.
We will calmly prepare and wait for the opponent, "Karpin added.
In the first round, Russia will play at home on March 24 with Poland, and five days later, in case of victory, the domestic team will meet at home either with Sweden or with the Czech Republic.
Earlier it was reported that the Russian national team is considering "Luzhniki" and the southern stadiums for the joints.