Russian Cup Round of 32: 2DROTS Moscow 2–0 FK Oryol
2DROTS Moscow secured a confident 2–0 victory over FK Oryol in the Russian Cup Round of 32 at the Arena-2DROTS on 29 July 2026. The Moscow side dominated possession from the first whistle and created several early chances before breaking the deadlock just past the half-hour mark.
Match Overview
The home side, known for its high-pressing style under head coach Aleksei Stankevich, controlled the midfield through veteran playmaker Dmitri Rybakov. FK Oryol, making their first cup appearance in three seasons, defended deep and looked to counter, but rarely troubled the 2DROTS backline.
Key Moments
- 32' – 1–0: Winger Artem Solovyov cut inside from the left and curled a precise shot into the far corner after a short corner routine.
- 67' – 2–0: Substitute forward Ivan Belov pounced on a defensive miscommunication, rounded the goalkeeper, and slotted home from a tight angle.
FK Oryol had a golden chance to pull one back in the 79th minute when a free kick struck the crossbar, but 2DROTS goalkeeper Maksim Fokin remained untested otherwise. The hosts comfortably saw out the final stages to book their place in the Round of 16.
What It Means
2DROTS Moscow, who reached the quarter-finals in the 2024–25 edition, continue their strong domestic cup form. For FK Oryol, the match represents a valuable experience against a side that plays a level above them in the Russian football pyramid. The cup remains a realistic path to silverware for ambitious second‑tier clubs like 2DROTS.

