FK Yelimay Semey B 2-3 Tobol Kostanai B — Tobol Kostanai B edged a five-goal Kazakhstan Division 1 match on 22 October 2026, defeating FK Yelimay Semey B 3-2 at 17:00. A late goal decided a contest that had been level at 2-2, giving Tobol B an important away win and leaving Yelimay B to reflect on missed opportunities.

Match overview

The reserve-team fixture was played at a good tempo, with both sides showing attacking intent. FK Yelimay Semey B had bright spells and twice came from behind to level the score, but Tobol Kostanai B were more clinical when chances arrived. The visitors’ set-piece delivery and movement in the box caused problems throughout, and that threat ultimately produced the winning goal.

Key moments

• 21 minutes: Tobol Kostanai B took the lead through Ruslan Valiullin, who finished from inside the area after a well-worked set piece.
• 33 minutes: FK Yelimay Semey B equalised when Almas Zhumabek converted a cross from the left.
• 47 minutes: Tobol B restored their lead early in the second half through Damir Suleimenov, who reacted quickest to a loose ball.
• 69 minutes: Zhandos Kadyrov made it 2-2 for Yelimay B with a composed finish after a quick passing move.
• 86 minutes: Ruslan Valiullin scored the winner for Tobol B, heading in from a corner.

Tactical story

Tobol Kostanai B’s strength was their organisation at set pieces and their ability to turn defence into attack quickly. Yelimay B tried to play through midfield and created several good openings, particularly in the second half, but they were vulnerable to crosses and second balls. The home side’s equalisers showed their character and attacking potential, yet their inability to clear the final set piece proved costly. Tobol B managed the closing minutes well and protected their narrow lead.

Standout players

Ruslan Valiullin was the difference-maker for Tobol Kostanai B, scoring twice, including the late winner. Damir Suleimenov also contributed an important goal and worked hard in midfield. For FK Yelimay Semey B, Almas Zhumabek and Zhandos Kadyrov were the standout performers, both scoring well-taken goals, but the team will need to defend set pieces better in future fixtures.

Season impact

The win gives Tobol Kostanai B a useful boost in the Kazakhstan Division 1 table and rewards their efficiency in the final third. FK Yelimay Semey B can take positives from their fightback, but losing at home after equalising twice is a tough result to accept. In a tight division, the ability to secure points in matches like this could prove significant by the end of the season.