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Akron Edges Out Makhachkala in Tight Samara Encounter
Akron secured a victory over Makhachkala in a closely fought match at the Solidarnost Samara Arena in Samara, Russia. The game, part of the 27th round of the Russian Premier League and played on May 2nd, 2025 at 3 PM, ended with a 1-0 scoreline thanks to a 74th-minute goal by Artem Dzyuba, assisted by Benchimol.
The match was characterized by even possession (50% each) and a high tempo. Both teams created scoring opportunities: Akron managed 13 shots (5 on target), while Makhachkala had 10 (3 on target). The score could have been different had Makhachkala’s 57th-minute goal by Cacintura, ruled out for offside, stood.
The second half saw increased tension. Several yellow cards were shown: to Sundukov (Makhachkala), Savichev and Benchimol (Akron), and Alibekov (Makhachkala). Referee Vitali Meshkov had his work cut out managing the game. Despite the pressure, Akron held on to their lead until the final whistle, securing an important victory that strengthens their position in the league.
Substitutions akron: at minute 62 S. Loncar came in and M. Kuzmin went out., at minute 62 V. Khubulov came in and S. Bakaev went out., at minute 79 M. Bokoev came in and I. Djakovac went out., at minute 86 K. Danilin came in and Benchimol went out.
Substitutions makhachkala: at minute 83 M. Hosseinnejad came in and G. Agalarov went out., at minute 83 A. Gadzhiev came in and H. Mrezigue went out., at minute 83 R. Magomedov came in and K. Zinovich went out., at minute 88 S. Serderov came in and M. Alibekov went out., at minute 88 K. Pomeshkin came in and T. Sundukov went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
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