Sheksna Cherepovets 0–2 Zvezda Sint Petersburg: Visitors Dominate to Claim Three Points

Zvezda Sint Petersburg earned a comfortable 2–0 victory away to Sheksna Cherepovets in the Russian D3B league on June 28, 2026. The result strengthens Zvezda’s push for promotion, while Sheksna remain deep in the relegation zone.

Match Overview

Zvezda controlled proceedings from the first minute at the Metallurg Stadium. Sheksna, struggling with injuries and poor form, rarely threatened the visitors’ goal. Zvezda’s disciplined pressing and quick transitions were too much for the home side.

Key Moments

• 23rd minute: Zvezda broke the deadlock. A slick passing move down the right flank ended with a low cross that was turned in by forward Mikhail Orlov from six yards out.
• 55th minute: The visitors doubled their lead. Midfielder Ivan Kozlov intercepted a loose pass in midfield, advanced, and unleashed a powerful shot past the Sheksna goalkeeper.
• 68th minute: Sheksna’s best chance came when substitute striker Sergey Belov hit the crossbar with a header, but they could not find the target.

Standout Performers

Zvezda’s captain and centre‑back, Dmitry Volkov, marshalled the defence impeccably and also started the move for the first goal. Attacking midfielder Andrei Sokolov provided two assists and was a constant threat.

Sheksna’s veteran defender Vladimir Kuznetsov worked tirelessly but received little support from teammates going forward.

Table Implications

The victory lifts Zvezda Sint Petersburg to fourth in the RUS D3B table, just two points off the promotion places. Sheksna Cherepovets remain second from bottom, now five points adrift of safety.

Russian D3B – Matchday 18 | June 28, 2026 | Att: 890