Dynamo Advances to the Next Stage of the Ukrainian Cup After Beating Oleksandriya 2-1
On Wednesday, September 17, a crucial match took place in the Round of 16 of the Ukrainian Cup, where the football club Oleksandriya hosted the current trophy holders, Dynamo Kyiv.
The game, which drew significant spectator attention, showcased intense rivalry and a desire for victory from both teams, although Kyiv’s team had a noticeable territorial advantage.
Early in the match, the visitors took the initiative, and by the 23rd minute, Dynamo opened the scoring.
Midfielder Vitaliy Pikhallonok executed a precise long-range shot, boosting the team’s morale and establishing an early lead.
However, the hosts did not give up and managed to equalize in the second half.
A controversial newcomer to Dynamo, Blentuče, scored an own goal after a corner, tipping the scales temporarily.
The decisive moment came late in the game when Nigerian newcomer Ogun Danda scored a well-placed shot into the near corner, securing Dynamo’s victory with a 2-1 score.
Consequently, Dynamo advanced further in the tournament.
Both teams received warnings; Beiratche and Kulakov from Oleksandriya, and Dubinchak from Dynamo.
This match is part of the current Ukrainian Cup format, which features a record 68 teams participating, with a new draw method and no extra time.
The previous cup winner, Shakhtar Donetsk, defeated amateur team Bucha in the previous round.
The ongoing competitions highlight the passion and high level of Ukrainian football, and this match vividly reflected the ambition of the clubs to claim the coveted trophy.