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FC Minsk Edge FC Belshina Babruisk 2-1 to Advance in Belarusian Cup
The Belarusian Cup second round served up an upset on paper, but FC Minsk held their nerve to defeat FC Belshina Babruisk 2-1 at the Spartak Stadium on July 25, 2026. The First League side Belshina pushed the Premier League visitors all the way, but Minsk’s quality in key moments proved the difference.
Belshina Babruisk, competing in the second tier of Belarusian football, started brightly and took the lead in the 16th minute when striker Andrey Klymenko headed home from a corner. The home crowd sensed an upset, but FC Minsk gradually asserted their authority.
Match Summary
FC Minsk equalized just before half‑time through a stunning 25‑yard strike from midfielder Yevgeniy Shumilin that flew into the top corner. The goal shifted momentum, and Minsk dominated the second half. The winner came in the 68th minute: winger Nikita Gritsak dribbled past two defenders and fired low into the far post.
Belshina pushed for an equalizer in the final 20 minutes, hitting the crossbar through a free kick from captain Ilya Tishchenko, but FC Minsk held on to book their place in the third round. The match was played in front of 1,800 spectators, many of whom were thrilled by Belshina’s fighting spirit.
Cup Context
The Belarusian Cup is a knockout competition that includes teams from all levels. FC Minsk, currently mid‑table in the Belarusian Premier League, will now face either FC Slutsk or FC Smorgon in the next round. Belshina Babruisk can take pride in their performance; they gave a Premier League side a tough test and were unlucky not to force extra time.
Player Spotlight
- Yevgeniy Shumilin (FC Minsk): Scored a contender for goal of the round with a powerful long‑range strike.
- Andrey Klymenko (Belshina): Continues to be a threat in the box; his goal was his fourth in the cup this season.
The result underlines the unpredictable nature of cup competitions, and FC Minsk will be relieved to have advanced after a scare. For Belshina, the focus returns to their First League campaign, where they are pushing for promotion.
FC Belshina Babruisk vs FC Minsk Live Score, Stats & Results
Match Overview
The FC Belshina Babruisk vs FC Minsk fixture is part of the BLR Cup during the 2026-2027 season. Follow live scores, BLR Cup fixtures, match statistics, BLR Cup standings and BLR Cup match results for FC Belshina Babruisk vs FC Minsk on TigerScores365.
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