Akhmat Grozny came from behind to secure a 2-1 away win against FC Pari Nizhniy Novgorod in the Russian Premier League on September 20, 2025. This victory at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium was a testament to Akhmat's resilience, as they overturned a deficit to claim all three points and continue their strong form. The home side, Pari NN, took a deserved lead in the first half, capitalizing on their early pressure. However, Akhmat regrouped at halftime and equalized early in the second period, changing the momentum of the match. The winner for the Grozny side came in the final twenty minutes, likely from a swift counter-attack, completing an impressive comeback. This result had significant implications for the league table, boosting Akhmat's position in the race for European qualification, while it was a damaging home defeat for Pari NN's survival hopes. The Akhmat manager hailed his team's second-half character, while the Pari NN coach criticized his side's inability to hold onto their lead.