Zenit Penza suffered a 2-0 home defeat to Znamya Truda in a Russian Third Division B clash on June 21, 2025. This result dealt a blow to Zenit Penza's hopes of moving up the standings, while Znamya Truda secured a vital away victory to bolster their position. The visitors took control early, scoring from a counter-attack in the 15th minute to silence the home crowd. Zenit Penza struggled to create clear chances against a disciplined Znamya defense. The match was sealed in the second half when Znamya Truda doubled their lead from the penalty spot after a handball in the box. Despite late pressure, Zenit Penza could not find a way back into the game. The three points for Znamya Truda provide a significant boost in their season objectives, while Zenit Penza will look to regroup quickly. The home manager lamented a lack of sharpness in the final third, and the visiting coach praised his team's tactical discipline and effective transition play.