They finished the season in 16th position, being relegated back to the Russian Football National League, and were knocked out of the Russian Cup by eventual champions Lokomotiv Moscow in the Round of 16.

On 1 August 2020, Shelia left Tambov to sign for Akhmat Grozny.

[3][4] On 23 February, David Toshevski joined Tambov on loan from Rostov for the remainder of the season.

[5] Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.