FC Nomme United vs. Rapla JK Atli – Estonian Cup, 24 July 2026

FC Nomme United wrote their name into Estonian Cup history books with a staggering 12-0 victory over Rapla JK Atli at the Männiku Stadium. The top‑flight side produced the biggest win of the entire competition so far, scoring six goals in each half to humiliate their lower‑league opponents in a match that was essentially a training exercise from the opening minutes.

Match Overview

The contest was over within the first quarter of an hour as Nomme United raced into a 5-0 lead before Rapla could even register a touch in the opposition half. The home side’s relentless pressing and quick passing left the visitors chasing shadows. Goalkeeper Kevin Mägi faced 35 shots and made eight saves, but the defensive line simply could not cope with the pace and movement of Nomme’s attackers.

Key Moments

• 2' – Sten Reinkort opens the scoring – A long ball over the top was controlled beautifully, and Reinkort lobbed the keeper from 20 yards.
• 5' – Ronaldo Vares makes it 2-0 – A corner kick was headed home at the near post.
• 9', 12', 15' – Three more goals from Markus Poom, Kevin Metso, and Reinkort (his second) put Nomme 5-0 up inside the opening quarter.
• 25' – Poom completes his hat‑trick – A low drive from the edge of the area made it 7-0.
• 44' – Metso scores his second – 9-0 – A cross from the left was volleyed home off the underside of the bar.
• Second half: three further goals from substitutes Ander Oja, Kristjan Kask, and an own goal by Rapla defender rounded off the 12-0 scoreline.

Tactical Story

Nomme United employed a 3‑4‑3 system that allowed wing‑backs to push high, creating a front five in attack. Rapla JK Atli’s 5‑4‑1 defensive block was quickly overwhelmed by the sheer numbers and speed of the home side. Nomme completed 85% of their passes in the final third and had 68% possession.

Standout Players

Markus Poom scored a hat‑trick and provided three assists, earning the Man of the Match award. Sten Reinkort added a brace and was a constant menace with his direct running. Kevin Metso also netted twice. For Rapla, goalkeeper Märt Sepp (who came on at half‑time) made several saves to prevent an even larger margin.

Season Impact

Nomme United advance to the fourth round with the competition’s most emphatic victory, sending a message to the other contenders. Rapla JK Atli’s cup run ends in brutal fashion, but the match will be remembered for Nomme’s clinical finishing and the stark gap between Estonia’s top and lower tiers.