FC Pyunik secured a hard-fought 1-0 away win against rivals Alashkert in the Armenian Premier League on Saturday, March 21, 2026. The victory is a crucial one in the title race, allowing Pyunik to keep pace with or potentially overtake the league leaders. The only goal of a tense and tactical derby came from a first-half penalty, calmly converted by Pyunik's captain after a handball was spotted by the referee. Alashkert pushed hard for an equalizer in the second half, dominating possession and creating several half-chances, but they found Pyunik's defense in imperious form. The home side's best opportunity came from a free-kick that rattled the crossbar, but they were largely frustrated by Pyunik's disciplined shape. The match was fiercely contested, with several yellow cards shown. This 1-0 result has major implications for the Armenian Premier League table, with FC Pyunik picking up a massive three points at a direct rival's ground. The Alashkert manager rued his team's lack of precision in front of goal.