Baltika Kaliningrad Crushes FK Tikves Kavadarci 6-0 in One-Sided Friendly

Baltika Kaliningrad delivered a dominant performance in their International Club Friendly against North Macedonian side FK Tikves Kavadarci, hammering their opponents 6-0 on July 11, 2026. The match, played in Kaliningrad, demonstrated a gulf in class as the Russian club ran riot.

First-Half Blitz

Baltika opened the scoring inside the first 10 minutes through a well-worked team goal. They quickly added a second from a corner, and by the 30th minute, the score was already 3-0. Tikves Kavadarci had no answer to the pace and movement of Baltika’s attacking players. The fourth goal arrived just before halftime, a stunning strike from distance that left the keeper stranded.

Second-Half Dominance Continues

The second half followed a similar pattern. Baltika continued to press high, forcing errors from the Tikves backline. Two more goals, including a penalty, completed the rout. Tikves rarely threatened, managing only one shot on target throughout the match. Baltika’s goalkeeper had a quiet afternoon.

Preseason Statement

This emphatic victory sends a strong signal about Baltika Kaliningrad’s ambitions for the upcoming Russian First League season. The team’s fluid attacking play and defensive solidity were impressive. For FK Tikves Kavadarci, it was a harsh lesson, but valuable experience against a higher-level opponent. Coach will look to regroup quickly.