The ninth round of the Russian Premier League featured Rostov hosting CSKA Moscow, and the match finished in a dramatic 3-3 draw in Rostov. The game showcased a fast start and a back-and-forth battle that kept fans on the edge of their seats from the opening whistle to the final seconds. Rostov began with a sharp surge, when Alexey Mironov found the net in the seventh minute to give the home side the early lead. The advantage grew in the 12th minute as forward Egor Golenkov netted another goal, boosting Rostov’s momentum and energizing the crowd.
In response, CSKA’s defense faced a test, and Kelven, the Brazilian defender for the visitors, managed to pull one back for CSKA in the 26th minute, leaving the score 2-1 still favoring Rostov. As the first half unfolded, Golenkov added a second goal at the start of the second half, sealing a 3-1 lead for Rostov and placing them in a strong position as the match progressed.
The balance shifted in the 65th minute when CSKA forward Fedor Chalov reduced the deficit, keeping the visitors within reach. The momentum swung further in the 70th minute when Abbosbek Faizulaev equalized, restoring parity at 3-3 and producing a tense finish for both sides. The contest highlighted the attacking quality of Rostov and the resilience of CSKA as the teams traded blows across the ninety minutes.
With the result, CSKA remains in ninth place on 13 points, while Rostov sits eleventh with nine points. The match provided a clear snapshot of the mid-season standings and the competitive dynamics within the league as teams jockey for position.
On the horizon, Rostov is scheduled to face Ural on September 29, with kickoff at 19:00 local time in Moscow. CSKA will travel to Baltika for a follow-up clash on September 30, also set for a 19:00 start. These fixtures represent important opportunities for both clubs to improve their league positions and gain momentum as the season advances.
In a recent note from the ninth round, Zenit had previously suffered a loss to Lokomotiv, underscoring the unpredictable nature of the campaign and the ongoing battles at the top of the table. The league action continues to unfold with each team seeking to maximize results and build consistency through the remainder of the season.