NABEREZHNYE CHELNY, Russia (Interstat) — Saturn Naberezhnye Chelny and Krylya Sovetov played to a 1-1 draw Thursday in a Russian Cup group stage match at Stadion KAMAZ. The result defied a pregame projection that heavily favored the visiting Samara-based side.

Krylya Sovetov opened the scoring in the 33rd minute on a goal from midfielder Daniil Shamkin. Saturn Naberezhnye Chelny equalized in the 56th minute with a goal from substitute Mihajlo Banjac. The physical match featured four yellow cards, issued to players from both sides. With the draw, both teams opened their tournament campaigns with a single point.