Zenit Penza suffered a 0-1 home defeat to Salyut-Energia Belgorod in a Russian Third Division B match on October 18, 2025. A single goal was enough for the visitors to claim all three points in a tightly contested encounter. The match was a cagey affair, with both teams aware of the importance of avoiding defeat. The decisive moment came in the second half when Salyut-Energia found a breakthrough, scoring against the run of play or from a set-piece. Zenit Penza pushed for an equalizer in the final stages, but the Belgorod side defended resolutely to protect their lead. The result continued a difficult patch for Zenit Penza, who failed to build momentum after their previous loss. For Salyut-Energia, the away win was a crucial three points in their battle for a respectable league position.