Bentonit Idzhevan and Olympia Yerevan produced one of the most entertaining games of the Armenian First League season on August 9, 2026, playing out a 3–3 draw that had everything: goals, comebacks, and late drama.

Match Overview

At the Bentonit Arena, the home side took the game to Olympia Yerevan from the opening whistle, but they would be forced to settle for a point in a match where the lead changed hands repeatedly. By full time, both sets of supporters had seen six goals, with neither defense able to impose itself at key moments.

Thrilling First Half

The match exploded into life early, as Bentonit Idzhevan surged ahead with a well-worked move down the left flank. Olympia Yerevan, though, showed why they are considered a tough away side, responding quickly with a header from a corner. The visitors then went in front before the interval after capitalizing on a defensive mix-up, ending the half with a 2–1 cushion.

Second-Half Fightback and Final Score

Bentonit came out with renewed energy after the break and leveled the tie with a powerful strike from outside the area. The home fans barely had time to celebrate before Olympia restored their advantage with a counter-attack finished coolly past the keeper. That set up a frantic final twenty minutes, and Bentonit's persistence paid off when a scuffed shot fell kindly for their striker, who poked home from close range. Despite creating a flurry of chances, neither side could find a winner.

What the Result Means

The draw keeps both sides firmly in the mid-to-upper area of the Armenian First League table, with Bentonit Idzhevan showing useful resilience after falling behind twice. Olympia Yerevan, meanwhile, will be disappointed not to have taken all three points but can take heart from another free-scoring away performance. In the competitive race for promotion, points dropped at home can be costly, and Bentonit will want to turn these performances into wins.