In the Russian Premier League’s 27th round, CSKA faced Torpedo at the VEB Arena in Moscow. The match concluded with a 3-0 win for the hosts, a result that reinforced CSKA’s position near the top of the table. The officiating crew was led by referee Vitaly Meshkov, who oversaw the proceedings and maintained steady control throughout the game.
The scoring began early, as CSKA forward Fedor Chalov found the back of the net in the fifth minute, giving his team an immediate lead. The home side continued to press, and in the 38th minute, Ivan Oblyakov extended CSKA’s advantage with a second goal. The contest remained contentious but largely decided as Chalov added a late strike in the 90th minute to seal the final 3-0 scoreline.
Across the league, the win allowed CSKA to climb to second place in the standings with 54 points, while Torpedo lingered at the bottom end of the table with 13 points. The victory underscored CSKA’s strong form and reinforced their relegation-threatened position is not imminent, as teams nearby in the table battle for more favorable placements. In contrast, Zenit St. Petersburg secured the league title following their own success in the 26th round, marking a season of consistent performances at the top of the table.
Looking ahead, discussions around the upcoming season have already begun at the club level. After a recent draw for Zenit against Krasnodar, the coach reflected on what the next campaign might hold, outlining plans to build on the current foundations and pursue continued success in the league and domestic competitions. This forward-looking perspective comes as clubs assess squad depth, form, and the strategies needed to compete across a congested fixture list.