Sinama-Pongolle to adapt quickly in Russia

French striker Florent Sinama-Pongolle, who signed a two-year deal with Premier League side Rostov last week, said on Monday his experience in various European leagues would help him adapt quickly to playing in Russia. “I came here to Russia in complete uncertainty having just general knowledge about the country and its league,” the 27-year-old forward told the press. “But it doesn’t bother me at all as I’ve played in four different European leagues and learned how to adapt quick for the new championship.” The forward, who played last season on loan in his homeland with Saint-Etienne from Sporting Lisbon, also said that his girlfriend, who had been making her career as a model in Western Europe, had to quit to follow him to Rostov. “Last season I played for Saint-Etienne and helped her to learn everything about life in France,” the player said. “Now we traded places and it’s her turn to help me to get accustomed to life in Russia.” From gulftoday