Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk secured a narrow but significant 1-0 victory over Ural Yekaterinburg at the Neftekhimik Stadium on November 15, 2025. This result, decided by a single goal, was a major boost for Neftekhimik's survival hopes and a setback for Ural's promotion ambitions. The only goal of the game came in a frantic first-half period, with Neftekhimik scoring from a close-range finish after a goalmouth scramble. Ural Yekaterinburg, one of the league's stronger sides, dominated possession for long spells but struggled to break down a resolute and deep-lying Neftekhimik defense. The home goalkeeper was the hero, making a series of excellent saves in the second half to preserve the lead. The win provided Neftekhimik with precious points in their fight to avoid the drop, while Ural's inability to score cost them a chance to gain ground on the leaders. The Neftekhimik coach hailed his team's defensive discipline, and the Ural manager rued a lack of cutting edge in the final third.