Chelyabinsk Football Club Joins First Division of Russian League Competition
Title: Chelyabinsk Clinches First League Spot in Tense Penalty Shootout Battle against Volgar
In an electrifying finish to the 2024-25 season, FC Chelyabinsk has secured a hard-earned promotion to the First League of the Russian football championship following a tense penalty shootout against FC Volgar.
After a dramatic season filled with twists and turns, the South Ural club found themselves in the Promotion Playoff alongside Volgar, having closed out the first round as undisputed leaders but struggling in the second half, ending the season in sixth place.
The first leg of the playoff took place in Astrakhan, where a 1-1 draw left the teams tied going into the second match. As both sides fought tooth and nail to secure the coveted spot in the First League, the rematch was played in Chelyabinsk.
The 90-minute duel resulted in a 0-0 stalemate. Both teams seemed unable to break the deadlock even in two 15-minute extra periods. With the tension reaching boiling point, the fate of the promotion hung in the balance, ultimately being decided by a nail-biting penalty shootout.
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Goalkeeper Vladimir Sugrobov was the unsung hero for Chelyabinsk, brilliantly saving the first shot and another from Volgar soaring high into the upper crossbar. The Chelyabinsk players responded with cool precision, converting four penalties to clinch a 4-2 victory and secure the well-deserved promotion to the First League.
Stay tuned for more updates on FC Chelyabinsk's journey in the First League next season!
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In the thrilling conclusion of the 2024-25 season, FC Chelyabinsk's victory in a tense penalty shootout against FC Volgar earned them a promotion to the First League of the Russian football championship, securing their spot after a nail-biting battle. The South Ural club's goalkeeper, Vladimir Sugrobov, was a standout performer, saving crucial penalties to help Chelyabinsk clinch the promotion in the dramatic shootout.
