The 20th round of the 2024/25 Russian Premier League saw FK Krasnodar secure a commanding 3-0 victory over Pari Nizhny Novgorod on March 7 at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium. With this win, Murad Musayev’s squad reclaimed the top spot in the standings. More importantly, they finally ended a frustrating five-game winless streak, bringing much-needed confidence back to the team.

A Crucial Win for Krasnodar

After several disappointing results, Krasnodar finally found their rhythm. Right from the start, they applied pressure. Their efforts paid off early when Aleksandr Chernikov scored in the 9th minute. Later, João Batxi extended the lead in the 36th minute, finishing off a well-placed pass from Chernikov.

Jhon Córdoba sealed the win in the 75th minute. He capitalized on a defensive mistake by Nikolay Kalinskiy, skillfully dribbled past the goalkeeper, and finished with precision.

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Pari NN had a last-minute chance to reduce the deficit. However, Kalinskiy’s penalty in stoppage time was saved, ensuring Krasnodar kept a clean sheet.

League Standings & Córdoba’s Impact

With this win, Krasnodar climbed to the top of the table. However, Zenit Saint Petersburg still has a game in hand, meaning they could challenge for the spot.

Beyond the team’s success, the match highlighted Jhon Córdoba’s impact. The 31-year-old forward now has 9 goals in 20 league matches. Overall, he has scored 54 goals for the Russian club. Currently, he ranks third in the league’s top scorers’ table behind Aleksey Batrakov (10) and Manfred Ugalde (16).

Looking Ahead

With this crucial victory, Krasnodar hopes to maintain their momentum. The title race is heating up, and every match counts. If Córdoba continues his impressive form, the Bulls have a strong chance to stay on top and push for silverware this season.