In an entertaining International Club Friendly, Baltika-2 Kaliningrad emerged victorious with a 4-2 away win over FC Rodina-M Moscow in a match that began at 21:50 on March 18, 2026. The high-scoring affair provided plenty of action for fans as both teams used the fixture for squad rotation and tactical experimentation ahead of their respective domestic campaigns. Rodina-M Moscow started brightly, taking an early lead, but Baltika-2 responded with two quick goals to turn the game around before halftime. The second half saw the visitors extend their lead with a well-taken third goal, but Rodina-M fought back to pull one goal back and set up a tense finale. However, Baltika-2 sealed the match with a late fourth goal on the counter-attack to confirm the result. The friendly nature of the match was evident, with both managers making numerous substitutions to assess player fitness and form. Despite the defeat, Rodina-M Moscow will take positives from their attacking moments, while Baltika-2 Kaliningrad will be pleased with the character shown to come from behind and the offensive output from their squad players. The match served as a useful exercise for both reserve or youth sides as they continue their preparations.