FC Chernihiv 1, Metalist Kharkiv 2

KHARKIV, Ukraine (Interstat) — Metalist Kharkiv opened its Persha Liga season with a dramatic 2-1 victory over Chernihiv on Tuesday, scoring a stoppage-time winner to overturn a late equalizer and secure three points at a neutral venue. The match, played at Stadion Avanhard in Uzhgorod due to security concerns in eastern Ukraine, saw Metalist dominate proceedings for long stretches but nearly settle for a draw after a resilient defensive effort from the visitors. Metalist’s pressure told in the 26th minute when forward Maksym Bagachanskyi found the net, giving the home side a lead it would carry deep into the contest.… Read more...