

FC Gomel B 1-2 Niva Dolbizno | Belarusian First League | 14 June 2026
Niva Dolbizno snatched a valuable away victory at the Central Stadium in Gomel, edging past FC Gomel B by a 2-1 scoreline in the Belarusian First League. The result lifted Niva further up the table while the home side were left to rue missed opportunities in a match that swung late.
Match Overview
The opening exchanges were cagey, with both sides feeling each other out in the humid evening conditions. Gomel B, the reserve side of top-flight FC Gomel, started brightly and pressed high, looking to unsettle a well-organized Niva defence. However, it was the visitors who struck first just before the half-hour mark. A swift counter-attack saw midfielder Kiryl Pankovets slot home from a tight angle to give Niva Dolbizno a 1-0 lead at the break.
Second Half Drama
Gomel B came out with renewed energy after the interval. Their persistence paid off in the 63rd minute when substitute forward Dzmitry Kavaliou nodded home from a corner kick, levelling the score at 1-1. The home crowd sensed a potential winner, and Gomel B pushed forward. But Niva held firm and then delivered the decisive blow in the 82nd minute. A defensive lapse allowed striker Artsiom Dziadok to break through one-on-one and calmly finish past the Gomel B goalkeeper.
Key Stats and Impact
Niva Dolbizno controlled possession in crucial moments and showed greater efficiency in front of goal, converting two of their four shots on target. Gomel B dominated spells but were let down by profligate finishing. The victory moved Niva into the top half of the Belarusian First League standings, while Gomel B remained in mid-table, still searching for consistency.
With the season entering its decisive phase, Niva Dolbizno have now won three of their last five away matches, proving themselves a tough side to beat on the road. For FC Gomel B, the focus turns to sharpening their attack ahead of a crucial home fixture next week.