Alania Vladikavkaz and Dynamo Moscow B shared the spoils in a 1-1 draw at the Republican Stadium on 16 May 2026. The result keeps both teams firmly in the hunt for the Russian Third Division A promotion playoffs.

Match Summary

Alania started brightly, taking the lead through a well-worked team move finished by Zelim Bakayev in the 18th minute. The home crowd roared as Bakayev volleyed home from a corner routine. Dynamo Moscow B, however, showed resilience and gradually imposed their passing game. Their equaliser came just before half-time when Danil Makarov curled a free-kick into the top corner past the helpless Alania keeper.

Notable Performances

• Zelim Bakayev (Alania) – Goal and constant threat on the counter
• Danil Makarov (Dynamo B) – Stunning free-kick and key passes
• Alan Dzagoev (Alania) – Controlled midfield but faded in the second half

Tactical Battle

Alania set up in a 4-2-3-1, pressing high early on. Dynamo B’s 4-3-3 allowed them to keep the ball after the equaliser, with full-backs pushing high to pin Alania back. The second half saw few clear chances – both defences stood firm.

Table Impact

Alania remain fifth, one point off the playoff zone. Dynamo Moscow B stay ninth but with a game in hand, still in contention for a top-half finish.