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Makhachkala Triumphs Over Khimki in a Thrilling Match in Kaspiysk
The Anzhi Arena in Kaspiysk hosted a convincing 4-1 victory for Makhachkala over Khimki in a match corresponding to round 23 of the Russian Premier League. Despite having less possession (39% compared to Khimki’s 61%), Makhachkala proved more efficient in front of goal.
E. Cacintura opened the scoring in the 26th minute, followed by M. Hosseinnejad at the 30-minute mark. G. Agalarov extended the lead before halftime with a penalty (45′). Although A. Zabolotnyi pulled one back for Khimki in the 57th minute, Agalarov sealed the victory with his second goal in the 78th minute. Makhachkala had 16 shots, 7 on target, while Khimki managed only 2 shots on target. The match was marked by the home side’s superiority in goal-scoring opportunities, despite their opponent’s greater possession. Makhachkala received two yellow cards, while Khimki remained without any cautions.
Substitutions makhachkala: at minute 19 S. Kagermazov came in and J. Dapo went out., at minute 66 A. Dzhabrailov came in and H. Mrezigue went out., at minute 81 M. Alibekov came in and J. Tabidze went out., at minute 81 S. Serderov came in and G. Agalarov went out., at minute 81 R. Magomedov came in and M. Hosseinnejad went out.
Substitutions khimki: at minute 46 I. Berkovskiy came in and R. Mirzov went out., at minute 46 A. Corredera came in and B. Magomedov went out., at minute 46 A. Rudenko came in and Z. Bakaev went out., at minute 73 I. Sadygov came in and G. Dzhikiya went out., at minute 73 B. Amian came in and R. Mejia went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
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