Spartak 2 Moscow 0–1 Torpedo Vladimir
RUS D3B | 14 June 2026

Torpedo Vladimir pulled off a gritty 1–0 win away at Spartak 2 Moscow’s training ground, continuing their strong run in RUS D3B. The only goal of the game came in the first half, and Torpedo’s disciplined defence ensured the three points travelled back to Vladimir.

How the Goal Came

The decisive moment arrived in the 24th minute. Torpedo won a free-kick wide on the right, which was swung into the box. Spartak 2 failed to clear, and the ball fell to Torpedo midfielder Igor Sokolov, who volleyed home from 10 yards. It was a scrappy goal but one that Torpedo fully deserved after a bright start.

Home Frustrations

Spartak 2, the reserve side of Spartak Moscow, dominated possession after the break and pushed forward in numbers. However, Torpedo’s back five – organised by experienced captain Andrei Vasiliev – repelled everything. The home side created only two clear-cut chances: a header that flashed wide and a low drive that was tipped around the post by Torpedo goalkeeper Dmitri Lebedev in the 78th minute.

Tactical Approach

Torpedo manager Viktor Shishkin set his team up to absorb pressure and hit on the counter. The strategy worked perfectly – Spartak 2’s young squad lacked the patience and ingenuity to break down a deep block. Torpedo’s midfield trio of Sokolov, Pavel Fomin, and Denis Tkachev worked tirelessly to close down spaces.

Key Contributions

• Igor Sokolov (Torpedo Vladimir) – scored the winner and covered every blade of grass in midfield.
• Dmitri Lebedev (Torpedo Vladimir) – made several key saves, including a crucial late stop.
• Andrei Vasiliev (Torpedo Vladimir) – the captain led the defensive effort with composure.

Standings Context

The win moves Torpedo Vladimir into the top half of the RUS D3B table, just two points off the promotion play-off positions. Spartak 2, meanwhile, remain in the lower reaches, with only one win in their last six matches. The result also highlights the gap between Spartak’s academy talent and the experience of seasoned lower-league campaigners.