Slavia Mozyr 1–2 FC Minsk | Belarusian Premier League | 9 May 2026

FC Minsk came from behind to defeat Slavia Mozyr 2‑1 in a gripping Belarusian Premier League fixture at the Yunost Stadium. The visitors showed character to overturn an early deficit and climb into the top half of the table.

Slavia Strike First

Slavia Mozyr started brightly and took the lead in the 19th minute. Forward Dmitry Ivanov beat the offside trap and rounded the goalkeeper to slot home. Slavia dominated possession for much of the first half, but FC Minsk grew into the game as the half wore on.

Minsk’s Comeback

The equaliser came in the 52nd minute. Midfielder Yaroslav Shytsik fired a low free‑kick under the wall and into the net. The goal lifted Minsk’s confidence, and they began to control the centre of the park.

The winner arrived ten minutes later when winger Pavel Papou latched onto a long ball and struck a powerful half‑volley past the Slavia goalkeeper. Slavia tried to rally but could not break down a well‑organised Minsk defence.

Man of the Match

• Yaroslav Shytsik (FC Minsk) – Scored the equaliser and dictated play from midfield, completing over 85% of his passes.

Table Impact

FC Minsk moved up to seventh place, just two points behind the top four. Slavia Mozyr dropped to 13th, now only one point clear of the relegation zone. The defeat extends Slavia’s winless run to four matches.