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Khimki Edges Out Nizhny Novgorod in a Close Encounter
Khimki secured a 2-0 victory over Nizhny Novgorod in a thrilling match at the Arena Khimki, part of the Russian Premier League’s matchday 22. Played on March 29th, 2025, the game was characterized by its intensity and numerous yellow cards.
L. Vera opened the scoring in the 22nd minute with a penalty. The second half saw a more balanced possession (47% for Khimki, 53% for Nizhny Novgorod), but it was Khimki who sealed the win with a late goal by B. Magomedov, assisted by R. Mirzov (86th minute).
Both teams created chances, with 13 shots each, although accuracy was similar, with 4 on target for Khimki and 5 for Nizhny Novgorod. There were 15 fouls by Khimki and 19 by Nizhny Novgorod, resulting in two yellow cards for each side. Referee Evgeniy Kukulyak, from Russia, officiated a fast-paced game with many interruptions. Despite Nizhny Novgorod’s possession advantage, Khimki’s clinical finishing proved decisive.
Substitutions khimki: at minute 28 S. Melentijevic came in and G. Dzhikiya went out., at minute 66 R. Mirzov came in and A. Rudenko went out., at minute 66 B. Amian came in and A. Corredera went out., at minute 84 K. Kaplenko came in and Z. Bakaev went out., at minute 84 B. Magomedov came in and I. Berkovskiy went out.
Substitutions nizhny novgorod: at minute 39 S. Karic came in and M. Maiga went out., at minute 46 V. Tsarukyan came in and V. Grulev went out., at minute 63 N. Ermakov came in and J. Castillo went out., at minute 63 K. Maradishvili came in and S. Magkeev went out., at minute 77 K. Gotsuk came in and N. Kakkoev went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
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