

Kryvbas suffered a narrow 2‑1 defeat to FC Inhulets Petrove in an international club friendly played on June 27, 2026. The match, held at a neutral venue in Turkey as part of both teams' pre‑season camps, saw Inhulets come from behind to claim the win.
Match Summary
Kryvbas started brightly and took the lead in the 23rd minute through a well‑worked goal. However, Inhulets Petrove equalised shortly before half‑time and then struck again early in the second half to complete the comeback. Despite Kryvbas pushing hard for an equaliser in the closing stages, Inhulets held firm.
Goal Details
- 23′ – Kryvbas 1‑0. A sharp finish from Artem Dovbyk (penalty area finish).
- 41′ – Inhulets 1‑1. Midfielder Volodymyr Bondarenko slots home after a defensive mix‑up.
- 56′ – Inhulets 2‑1. Striker Maksym Zaderaka heads in from a cross.
Team Impact
For Kryvbas, the defeat highlighted defensive lapses that will need attention before the Ukrainian Premier League resumes. Inhulets, meanwhile, will take confidence from their resilience and their ability to turn a game around. Friendlies like this are crucial for building match fitness and team cohesion.