Volga Ulyanovsk pulled off a major upset by defeating Torpedo Moscow 3-2 away from home in the Russian First League on September 13, 2025. The visitors secured a dramatic victory with a last-gasp winner in a match that kicked off at midnight, dealing a significant blow to Torpedo's promotion hopes. This result was a classic example of the unpredictability of the second tier, as the underdogs fought back from a goal down twice to snatch all three points. The match process saw Torpedo take an early lead, only for Volga to equalize before halftime. Torpedo regained the lead from the penalty spot in the second half, but Volga showed incredible spirit to level again and then score a stunning counter-attack goal in added time to win it. The key incident was a controversial red card shown to a Torpedo defender in the 70th minute, which changed the complexion of the game and allowed Volga to mount their comeback. The standout performer was Volga's striker, who scored a brace including the dramatic 93rd-minute winner. The defeat left Torpedo Moscow outside the promotion playoff places, while Volga Ulyanovsk climbed away from the relegation zone. The Volga manager called it the best win of the season, while the Torpedo coach lamented his team's loss of discipline at a critical moment.