Dyussh Polesgu Women suffered a crushing 7-0 defeat at home to Naftan Novopolotsk (W) in the Belarusian Women's Premier League on 17 May 2026. The visitors delivered a ruthless attacking display, leaving the home side with nothing but damage to their goal difference.

Match Report

From the opening minutes, it was clear that Naftan Novopolotsk were a step above. They scored three goals in the first half and added four more after the break, running riot against a Dyussh Polesgu defence that had no answer. The home team barely threatened the Naftan goal and were outclassed in every phase of play.

Goal Timeline

• 8' – Goal, Naftan Novopolotsk: A through ball split the defence, and the striker finished calmly.
• 22' – Goal, Naftan Novopolotsk: A header from a corner doubled the lead.
• 36' – Goal, Naftan Novopolotsk: A shot from distance took a heavy deflection and looped into the net.
• 49' – Goal, Naftan Novopolotsk: A quick break ended with a low cross turned in at the far post.
• 58' – Goal, Naftan Novopolotsk: A penalty was converted after a handball in the box.
• 71' – Goal, Naftan Novopolotsk: A long ball over the top was controlled and slotted home.
• 84' – Goal, Naftan Novopolotsk: A deflected strike completed the scoring.

Tactical Observations

Dyussh Polesgu tried to play a high defensive line, but Naftan’s pace exploited the space behind repeatedly. The visitors used a 4-2-3-1 formation with dynamic midfield runners who overwhelmed the defence. Dyussh Polesgu attempted to press but were easily bypassed, and their own attacks lacked cohesion, often ending with long-range efforts that did not trouble the goalkeeper.

Standout Players

• Yana Kovalchuk (Naftan Novopolotsk): The striker scored a hat-trick and provided two assists, an outstanding individual performance.
• Natallia Sivakova (Naftan Novopolotsk): The midfielder controlled the tempo and scored two goals, including a spectacular long-range strike.

League Context

The massive victory lifts Naftan Novopolotsk to 3rd place in the Belarusian Women’s Premier League, strengthening their title challenge. Dyussh Polesgu Women remain mired in 12th place, having conceded 12 goals in their last two matches. They now have the worst defensive record in the league. With relegation a real possibility, Dyussh Polesgu must find a way to stop leaking goals and start picking up points.

Naftan Novopolotsk will face league leaders FC Minsk Women next in a potential title decider, while Dyussh Polesgu travel to mid-table FK Gomel Women.