Khimik Dzerzhinsk produced a dominant display to defeat FK Zenit Izhevsk 3–1 in Russia’s Third Division (RUS D3B) on June 14, 2026. The home side’s attacking verve proved too much for Zenit, who struggled to contain Khimik’s pace down the flanks.

Fast Start from Khimik

The hosts took the lead inside the first ten minutes. Winger Alexander Ponomarev cut inside from the left and curled a beautiful shot into the far corner, leaving the Zenit goalkeeper with no chance. Khimik doubled their advantage in the 28th minute when a defensive mix‑up allowed striker Ivan Korytko to tap in from close range.

Zenit Pull One Back, but Khimik Respond

FK Zenit Izhevsk showed character after the break, pulling a goal back in the 52nd minute through a powerful header from Dmitry Zyryanov following a corner. The goal briefly lifted the visitors, but Khimik restored their two‑goal cushion just seven minutes later. Midfielder Pavel Sokolov unleashed a long‑range effort that dipped over the goalkeeper and into the net, making it 3–1.

Controlled Second Half

Khimik managed the game expertly after the third goal, keeping possession and limiting Zenit to speculative efforts. The home defence, organised by veteran Andrei Volkov, ensured goalkeeper Dmitri Lazarev had a quiet final half‑hour.

Match Facts

• Possession: Khimik 55% – Zenit 45%
• Shots on target: Khimik 7 – Zenit 3
• Yellow cards: Khimik 2 – Zenit 3

With this victory, Khimik Dzerzhinsk solidify their place in the top half of the RUS D3B table, while FK Zenit Izhevsk remain in a mid‑table logjam. Khimik’s attacking trio of Ponomarev, Korytko, and Sokolov looks increasingly dangerous as the season progresses.