FK Astrakhan began their campaign with a strong 3-1 home victory over FK Sochi B in the Russian Third Division B on October 4, 2025. This win provided the perfect start to the season for the home side, showcasing their attacking intent. Astrakhan started brightly and took an early lead, setting the tone for the match. They doubled their advantage before halftime, putting Sochi B under significant pressure. The visitors managed to pull a goal back after the break to make the scoreline more respectable, but Astrakhan quickly restored their two-goal cushion to seal the three points. The result immediately put FK Astrakhan near the top of the early league table and sent a message to their rivals about their ambitions for the season.