Russia D2: Khabarovsk SKA crush FC Chernomorets
Khabarovsk SKA, led by coach Gleb Gurban, secured a comprehensive victory over FC Chernomorets in the Russian Football National League (FNL2), securing a comfortable 3:0 win at the SKA SKA Stadium.
First-half dominance sets the tone:
From the opening whistle, Khabarovsk SKA asserted their dominance on the pitch. Controlling possession and creating numerous scoring opportunities, they kept FC Chernomorets on the back foot.
In the 23rd minute, their efforts were rewarded when Evgeny Zinovyev slotted home a precise finish to give the hosts a deserved lead. Khabarovsk SKA continued to press forward, and their relentless pressure paid off once more in the 37th minute.
Second-half consolidation:
After the break, FC Chernomorets attempted to stage a comeback, but Khabarovsk SKA's resolute defense stood firm. The home side extended their lead in the 75th minute when substitute Sergei Smorodin converted a penalty, sealing the victory for Khabarovsk SKA.
The victory extends Khabarovsk SKA's unbeaten run to four matches and strengthens their position in the FNL2 standings. FC Chernomorets, on the other hand, suffered their third consecutive defeat and remain in the relegation zone.
Post-match reaction:
Coach Gleb Gurban praised his team's performance, emphasizing their focus and determination on the pitch.
"I am very happy with the result and the way the team played today. We were organized and disciplined, and we created many scoring chances. The victory is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the players," Gleb Gurban, Khabarovsk SKA coach
FC Chernomorets coach Sergei Balakhnin acknowledged the superiority of Khabarovsk SKA and expressed his disappointment with his team's performance.
"Khabarovsk SKA were the better team today. They were more aggressive and created more chances. We have to learn from our mistakes and come back stronger in the next match," Sergei Balakhnin, FC Chernomorets coach.
With this victory, Khabarovsk SKA consolidates their position in the promotion race, while FC Chernomorets faces an uphill battle to avoid relegation.
Source: FNL2
