Zimbru Chisinau and FC Noah Share Spoils in 1-1 Europa Conference League Draw

Moldovan side Zimbru Chisinau and Armenian visitors FC Noah played out an entertaining 1-1 draw in the first leg of their UEFA Europa Conference League qualifier on July 24, 2026. Both teams showed attacking intent at the Zimbru Stadium, leaving the tie finely poised ahead of the second leg.

Zimbru took the lead just before the half-hour mark with a well-taken goal from a free-kick routine. The home side controlled much of the first half, but FC Noah grew into the game and equalised early in the second half. A defensive mix-up allowed the Armenian side's striker to poke home from close range.

Open Play but No Winner

The remainder of the match was end-to-end, with both goalkeepers called into action. Zimbru hit the crossbar from a powerful header, while Noah had a goal disallowed for a marginal offside decision. The pace of the game never dropped, but a winner was not forthcoming.

With the scoreline locked at 1-1, both teams will believe they can progress. Zimbru will be satisfied with their performance, while Noah will fancy their chances in the return leg on home turf. The tie remains wide open.