Nyva Ternopil B 1-3 FC Uzhgorod | Ukrainian Second League | 16 May 2026
FC Uzhgorod claimed a dominant away victory at the Ternopil City Stadium, overcoming Nyva Ternopil B with a 3-1 scoreline. The result pushes Uzhgorod into the upper half of the Ukrainian Second League table, while the home side remain deep in the relegation fight.
Match Overview
Uzhgorod took control from the first whistle, scoring twice inside the opening 25 minutes. Nyva pulled one back just before the break, but the visitors restored their two-goal cushion early in the second half and managed the game comfortably thereafter.
Key Moments
- 8' – Uzhgorod opener: A swift counter-attack ended with a clinical finish across the goalkeeper.
- 23' – Doubled lead: A curling free-kick from 25 yards left the Nyva keeper with no chance.
- 43' – Nyva fight back: A scrappy goal from a corner gave the hosts hope heading into half-time.
- 52' – Decisive third goal: Uzhgorod's striker latched onto a through ball and slotted home to make it 3-1.
Tactical Story
Nyva Ternopil B struggled to cope with Uzhgorod's pace on the wings. The visitors pressed high and forced errors, while the home side lacked creativity in midfield. Despite the goal just before half-time, Nyva could never sustain pressure, and Uzhgorod's defensive shape in the second half was solid.
Standout Players
Uzhgorod's number 10, Petrov, orchestrated the victory with a goal and an assist. Goalkeeper Bondar also made several important saves to keep the scoreline comfortable. For Nyva, centre-back Koval was a rare bright spot with his aerial dominance.
Table Impact
FC Uzhgorod climb to sixth place, just three points off the promotion play-off spots. Nyva Ternopil B remain in the bottom three, with only goal difference keeping them off the foot of the table. The loss puts added pressure on the coaching staff to find solutions quickly.

