Spartak 2 Moscow and FC Iskra Smolensk shared the points in a 1-1 draw in a RUS D3B (Russian Third Division) match on Sunday. The result was a fair reflection of a closely fought contest between two sides looking to build momentum in the early part of the season. Spartak's reserve team took the lead in the first half, showcasing the talent coming through their academy. However, Iskra Smolensk showed great resilience to fight back and score a second-half equalizer, earning a valuable point on the road. The draw leaves both teams in mid-table, with plenty of the season still to play.