Well-known commentator Konstantin Genich shared his opinion about the goal scored by Grozny's Akhmat against Ural in the return play-off match for the right to play in the Russian Premier League next season.
Episode details
In the 53rd minute of the match, Begich committed a foul on Talal in his own penalty area, and referee Sergei Ivanov awarded a penalty after reviewing VAR. Forward Georgiy Melkadze successfully converted the 11-meter kick.
Genich's opinion
Konstantin Genich expressed the opinion in his Telegram channel that Melkadze himself fouled before Ural's violation. "Melkadze fouled before Ural's violation. Didn't he?" Genich wrote.
Match context
Let us recall that in the first match the Ural club won with a score of 2:1. The fate of the ticket to the Russian Premier League will be decided by the results of the return match.
Possible consequences
- If they win, Akhmat will receive the right to play in the Russian Premier League next season.
- For Ural, a defeat could mean losing their place in the top division.
Live text broadcast of the match is available on the LiveResult.ru website.
Conclusion
Thus, Akhmat's goal against Ural became a key moment in the fight for the right to play in the Russian Premier League. The referee's decision to award a penalty and Melkadze's successful implementation put Akhmat in an advantageous position.
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