Ukrainian Second League
FC Vilkhivtsi 5–0 Nyva Ternopil B
FC Vilkhivtsi delivered a masterclass in attacking football on 24 May 2026, demolishing Nyva Ternopil B 5–0 in the Ukrainian Second League. The dominant scoreline underlined the gulf in class between the two sides and sent a powerful message to Vilkhivtsi's promotion rivals.
From the outset, the home side took the game by the scruff of the neck. They opened the scoring in the 12th minute when a clever one‑two on the edge of the box allowed the striker to slot home. The goal ignited the Vilkhivtsi supporters, and the team responded by pressing high and forcing mistakes from the Nyva defence.
The second goal arrived in the 29th minute – a powerful header from a corner kick that left the Nyva goalkeeper with no chance. Vilkhivtsi continued to dominate possession, and it was 3–0 before half‑time when a sweeping move ended with a calm finish from 12 yards.
Nyva Ternopil B attempted to regroup during the interval, but Vilkhivtsi showed no mercy after the restart. The fourth goal came in the 51st minute, a long‑range effort that flew into the top corner. The home side then completed the rout in the 68th minute with a well‑worked goal that involved multiple passes before the final tap‑in.
The 5–0 victory keeps FC Vilkhivtsi firmly in the hunt for a top‑two finish in the Ukrainian Second League. For Nyva Ternopil B, this was a harsh lesson and a reminder of the quality gap at this level.

