

Torpedo Vladimir Edge Local Rivals FC Murom in Tight D3B Derby
Torpedo Vladimir secured a narrow 1-0 victory over FC Murom in the Russian D3B on 23 May 2026, with a fiercely contested local derby producing only one moment of brilliance.
The match was characterized by physical battles and few clear chances, as both sides cancelled each other out in midfield. The deadlock was broken just after the hour mark when Torpedo’s midfielder unleashed a curling effort from the edge of the box that nestled into the top corner. Murom tried to respond but were denied by a combination of solid defending and wasteful finishing. Torpedo held on for a deserved win in front of their home supporters.
A Derby to Remember
These derbies are always tense, and this one lived up to expectation. Torpedo Vladimir's three points lift them up the D3B standings, while FC Murom will be frustrated not to have taken anything from a match they matched their rivals for long periods.