CSKA Moscow produced a stunning comeback to defeat Zenit St. Petersburg 2-0 in the second leg of their Russian Cup semi-final on May 15, 2025, leveling the aggregate score at 2-2 and forcing the tie to extra time and potentially penalties. This resilient performance completely overturned the first-leg deficit, showcasing CSKA's fighting spirit on home turf. After being dominated in the first leg, CSKA came out with renewed intensity, scoring two crucial goals without reply to erase Zenit's advantage. The match was a tense, dramatic affair, with the momentum swinging decisively in CSKA's favor. This result sets up a nail-biting conclusion to the semi-final, with everything to play for in the additional periods or spot-kicks.