Khabarovsk Crushes Chernomorets in Russian First League Match

Khabarovsk Dominates Home Game

In a decisive match of the 16th round of the Russian First League, SKA-Khabarovsk secured a resounding victory over Chernomorets Novorossiysk on their home turf. The final score of 3-0 reflects the dominance displayed by the Khabarovsk side throughout the encounter.

First Half Dominance

Khabarovsk set the tone for the match early on, controlling possession and creating numerous scoring opportunities. In the 15th minute, Stanislav Prokofyev broke the deadlock with a powerful strike from outside the box. Chernomorets struggled to find their rhythm, as Khabarovsk continued to press forward relentlessly.

Increased Pressure, Extended Lead

The second half saw Khabarovsk maintain their momentum, piling on the pressure against a beleaguered Chernomorets defense. In the 65th minute, substitute Vladimir Obukhov doubled the lead for Khabarovsk with a close-range finish. Chernomorets' hopes of a comeback were effectively extinguished in the 80th minute when Yevgeni Lutsenko converted a penalty kick, sealing the 3-0 victory for Khabarovsk.

Implications for Both Teams

The victory solidifies Khabarovsk's position in the top half of the table, moving them up to fifth place with 27 points. Chernomorets, on the other hand, remains in the relegation zone, facing an uphill battle to avoid being relegated to the second division.