Zenit overcame FK Ural, 1-4, on Saturday, on matchday 20. To this matchday, Viktor Goncharenko's team came from three defeats, and Sergei Semak's team came from a draw.
The opening goal was scored by Douglas Santos after 38 minutes.
With 57 minutes on the clock, Andrey Mostovoy doubled the lead for Zenit. In the 66th minute, Sergei Semak's team increased their lead with a goal from Mateo Cassierra. After 81 minutes, Zenit extended their lead with a goal from Ivan Sergeev. In the closing stages of the game, Eric Bicfalvi netted the final goal of the game.
After the result Zenit are 1st in the table, with 40 points, while FK Ural sit 13th place, with 19 points. In relation to forthcoming league matches, Sergei Semak's team will host Rubin Kazan, while Viktor Goncharenko's team will play at home against FK Rostov.
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Eric Bicfalvi 90' | Douglas Santos 38' Andrey Mostovoy 57' Mateo Cassierra 66' Ivan Sergeev 81' |