FC Pari Nizhniy Novgorod began their Russian Premier League campaign with a 2-0 home victory over newly promoted Dynamo Makhachkala on August 19, 2025. The win at home provided the perfect start to the season for Nizhny Novgorod, who took control of the match early. They scored twice in the first half, capitalizing on their experience in the top flight against a nervous opponent. Dynamo Makhachkala, making their historic debut in the Russian Premier League, struggled to create clear chances and were ultimately well-beaten. This result immediately put Pari Nizhniy Novgorod near the top of the early league table, while giving Dynamo a harsh introduction to the level required. The match highlighted the gulf in experience between established top-division sides and promoted teams.