Zenit defeated FK Krasnodar in a close win on Saturday, 1-2, on matchday 24. In this competition, both teams came from a win.
The first goal of the game was scored by Lucas Olaza, in the 16th minute.
After the break, Mateo Cassierra struck for Zenit. Artur scored the winner after 63 minutes. In the closing stages of the game, FK Krasnodar saw Vítor Tormena get sent off due to accumulation of yellows.
After the result Zenit are 1st in the table, with 47 points, while FK Krasnodar sit 2nd place, with 43 points. In relation to forthcoming league matches, Sergei Semak's team will play at home against FK Orenburg, whilst Murad Musaev's team will host Fakel Voronezh.
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Lucas Olaza 16' | Mateo Cassierra 47' Artur 63' |