Minsk club's blooms claim victory in the opening semi-final game of the Russian championship
The Russian Men's Floorball Championship playoff series is currently underway in Omsk, with some thrilling matches unfolding. In one semifinal, "Sibir" from Omsk is facing "Nord City" from St. Petersburg, but the results of this match and the other semifinal between Nizhny Novgorod's "Mininskiy" and "Pomor" from Arkhangelsk are yet to be determined.
In the first match of the series, "Mininskiy" emerged victorious against "Pomor" with a nail-biting finish. The first period ended with a commanding 2:0 lead for "Mininskiy" thanks to a double from Andrei Beliakov. The second period was a scoreless stalemate, but the excitement didn't wane.
The third period saw "Pomor" fighting back, scoring their first goal on the 45th minute. Five minutes later, they equalised the score, setting the stage for a dramatic finish. Ruslan Selianinov stepped up for "Mininskiy", scoring a powerful shot from mid-range after a counterattack, sealing the win for his team with just 33 seconds remaining on the clock. The final score was 3:2 in favour of "Mininskiy".
The next match between "Pomor" and "Mininskiy" is scheduled for tomorrow. If "Pomor" manages to tie the series, the decisive match will be on May 24. The playoff series is a best-of-two format, making every goal crucial.
It's important to note that "Pomor" is one of the most decorated floorball clubs in the country, making them a formidable opponent for "Mininskiy". The third-place match will also take place on May 25.
For the latest updates on the Russian Men's Floorball Championship, we recommend checking the official Russian floorball federation websites or dedicated sports news outlets covering floorball. Vladislav Smancer, "Mininskiy"'s goalkeeper, played exceptionally well in the match, contributing significantly to his team's victory.
Stay tuned for more updates from the floorball championship as the action continues in Omsk!
Despite their defeat in the first match, "Pomor" will be looking to bounce back when they face "Mininskiy" again tomorrow. Fleet-footed goalkeeper Vladislav Smancer will once again be vital for "Mininskiy", as the teams aim to score the crucial goals that could clinch the playoff series.
