Nosta Novotroitsk edge five-goal Russian Cup thriller at Khimik Dzerzhinsk

Nosta Novotroitsk advanced in the Russian Cup with a dramatic 3-2 away victory over Khimik Dzerzhinsk on 13 August 2026, in a match that delivered end-to-end attacking football and a late twist for the travelling supporters. The result keeps Nosta alive in the competition while Khimik, despite pushing their opponents all the way on home soil, were left to rue defensive lapses.

Cup clash lives up to the billing

The Russian Cup has long been a stage for lower-league sides to test themselves against more established opposition, and this encounter at Dzerzhinsk delivered exactly that. Khimik Dzerzhinsk started brightly, using their familiar direct approach to unsettle Nosta’s back line. The opening exchanges saw both goalkeepers called into action, but it was the away side who broke the deadlock just before the half-hour mark with a composed finish from close range.

Khimik responded well, however, and their patience was rewarded shortly after the interval. A well-worked move down the right flank ended with a pinpoint cross being headed home to level the score. The home crowd roared their approval, and for a spell Khimik looked the more likely to find a winner.

Second-half drama and late winner

Nosta showed their quality in the final 30 minutes. They regained the lead from the penalty spot, only for Khimik to hit back once more with a powerful strike from the edge of the area. With the match seemingly heading for extra time, Nosta produced a clinical counter-attack in the 88th minute to snatch all three goals the visitors had been chasing. The hosts pushed forward desperately in stoppage time, but Nosta’s defence held firm to secure a memorable cup result.

• Result: Khimik Dzerzhinsk 2-3 Nosta Novotroitsk
• Competition: Russian Cup
• Date: 13 August 2026

For Nosta Novotroitsk, the win provides a significant boost as they continue their Russian Cup campaign. Khimik Dzerzhinsk, meanwhile, will be disappointed to exit but can take heart from a spirited performance that tested a well-organised opponent until the final whistle.