Blokhin's observations were overshadowed by an extraordinary argument with a local journalist over his side's performance.
The former Soviet Union star had been prickly before the game. However, that was nothing compared to what happened after his side had crashed out of the competition.
First Blokhin suggested the journalist should "come outside and have a man talk".
Then, when the conference had finished, Blokhin pointed to the journalist, and then to the door from which he made his exit.
The journalist declined the offer.
"Respect my job," he said. "Let's go this one on one. You want to go with me? Let's have a 'man conversation'.
