Bentonit Idzhevan 1-3 Sadarakpat: Visitors Claim Vital Victory in Armenian First League

Sadarakpat produced a clinical performance on the road to defeat Bentonit Idzhevan 3-1 at the Idzhevan City Stadium on May 25, 2026, in a match that carried significant weight in the Armenian First League promotion race. The visitors dominated large spells of the contest and secured a deserved three points to keep their hopes of climbing the table alive.

Match Overview

From the opening whistle, Sadarakpat took the initiative, pressing high and forcing early errors from the Bentonit backline. Their aggressive approach paid off inside the first 15 minutes when a swift counterattack ended with a composed finish past the home goalkeeper. Bentonit Idzhevan struggled to find rhythm in midfield and resorted to long balls, which the Sadarakpat defense dealt with comfortably.

By halftime, the visitors had doubled their lead through a well-worked set piece, leaving the hosts with a mountain to climb. However, Bentonit showed resilience early in the second half, pulling one back from a penalty after a handball in the box. The momentum shift was brief — Sadarakpat restored their two-goal cushion within ten minutes with a stunning strike from outside the area that gave the keeper no chance.

Key Moments

• 12' — Sadarakpat opener: Quick transition catches Bentonit off guard.
• 38' — Header from a corner makes it 2-0.
• 55' — Bentonit Idzhevan penalty converted to cut deficit.
• 64' — Long-range winner seals the deal for Sadarakpat.

Standings Impact

The win lifts Sadarakpat into mid-table contention, while Bentonit Idzhevan remain in the lower half of the Armenian First League standings. With only a handful of matches remaining, every point is precious in the battle to avoid the relegation zone and challenge for promotion spots. Sadarakpat’s away form has been a key factor in their recent resurgence, and this victory will boost confidence ahead of a tough run-in.