ABFF U19 Women 1–3 Energetik-BGU Minsk Women
Belarusian Women's Premier League | 17 July 2026

Match Report

Energetik-BGU Minsk Women continued their impressive season with a 3–1 victory away to ABFF U19 Women on 17 July 2026. The experienced side showed their quality against the league’s youngest squad, moving into the top three in the standings.

First Half Dominance

Energetik took control early, pressing high and forcing mistakes from the ABFF defence. The opening goal came in the 12th minute after a quick passing move ended with Anastasia Shurko slotting home from eight yards. ABFF struggled to keep possession, and Energetik doubled their lead just before half-time through a powerful header from Yana Kravchenko.

ABFF Fight Back But Fall Short

The young home side showed character after the break, pulling one back in the 55th minute. Midfielder Alina Makarova curled a free kick over the wall and into the top corner to give ABFF hope. However, Energetik restored their two-goal cushion 13 minutes later when substitute Daria Lashkevich finished off a counter-attack with a composed strike.

Key Performances

Energetik’s midfield trio controlled the game, with Viktoria Novak particularly influential in both phases. ABFF’s energy was admirable, but their inexperience showed in defensive transitions. The match also saw the league’s youngest starter, 15-year-old forward Natalia Zubko, earn her first cap for ABFF.

Table Implications

Energetik-BGU Minsk climb to third place, five points behind the league leaders with a game in hand. ABFF U19 remain in the bottom half but continue to gain valuable experience in a highly competitive league. This result highlights the gap between youth development and established top-flight quality.