FC Krasnodar has secured its place in the Russian Cup Superfinal after a tense penalty shootout victory over Dynamo Moscow. The match ended 0-0 in regular time, with Krasnodar ultimately prevailing 6-5 in the shootout.
This achievement marks a significant milestone for the club, as it is their first appearance in the Russian Cup final in three years. The team, often referred to as "the Bulls," will now prepare for the decisive Superfinal match.
Their opponent in the final will be Moscow's Spartak, who earned their spot by defeating CSKA Moscow 1-0 in the Path of Regions final on May 6. This sets the stage for an exciting showdown between two of Russia's prominent football clubs.
The Superfinal of the Fonbet Russian Cup for the 2025/2026 season is scheduled to take place on Sunday, May 24. The venue for this high-stakes match will be the Lukoil Arena in Moscow.
Krasnodar's last appearance in the Superfinal was three seasons ago, where they faced CSKA Moscow. That match also ended in a 1-1 draw, but CSKA won the subsequent penalty shootout 6-5, denying Krasnodar the trophy.
The current holder of the Russian Cup is CSKA Moscow. They claimed the title in the previous edition of the tournament by defeating FC Rostov in the final. That match concluded 0-0 after regular time, with CSKA winning the penalty shootout 4-3.
The upcoming Superfinal promises to be a thrilling contest as Krasnodar seeks to overturn their recent history and lift the coveted trophy, while Spartak aims to add another chapter to their own storied legacy in Russian football.
Based on reporting from Чемпионат.com.
