Belarusian First League | 28 June 2026

Energetik-BGU Minsk Edge Out BATE-2 in Seven-Goal Thriller

An extraordinary encounter at the Borisov City Stadium saw Energetik-BGU Minsk snatch a dramatic 4–3 victory over BATE-2 Borisov in a pulsating Belarusian First League clash on 28 June 2026. The visitors’ resilience and clinical finishing proved decisive in a match that swung back and forth until the final whistle.

Match Overview

From the opening kick, both sides showed attacking intent. BATE-2, the reserve side of Belarusian powerhouse BATE Borisov, took an early lead but were pegged back twice before Energetik-BGU seized control in the second half. The result leaves the Minsk-based side climbing the league table on goal difference, while the young BATE-2 squad will rue missed defensive assignments.

Key Moments

• 12' – BATE-2 strike first: Winger Pavel Tarasenko cut inside from the left and curled a low shot inside the far post to make it 1–0.
• 28' – Energetik-BGU equalise: A swift counter-attack ended with striker Kirill Shkurin slotting home from a tight angle after a defensive lapse.
• 34' – BATE-2 regain lead: Midfielder Artem Volkov’s long-range effort took a deflection and looped over the keeper.
• 41' – 2–2: Energetik-BGU’s captain Maksim Bardachou powered home a header from a corner.
• 53' – BATE-2 go ahead again: Substitute forward Ivan Kharitonov finished a quick break to make it 3–2.
• 67' – Turning point: Energetik-BGU drew level through a penalty converted by Andrey Sakovich after a handball in the box.
• 82' – Winner: A defensive mix‑up allowed Shkurin to intercept a backpass and slot home his second of the night, sealing a 4–3 win.

Tactical Story

BATE-2’s high defensive line was repeatedly exposed by Energetik-BGU’s pace on the counter. The visitors dropped deep in the first half but grew bolder after the break, pressing higher and forcing errors. Energetik-BGU’s midfield trio, led by the energetic Sakovich, controlled the tempo after the hour mark, while BATE-2’s young backline struggled to cope with the movement of Shkurin.

Standout Players

• Kirill Shkurin (Energetik-BGU): scored twice and created the winner with intelligent pressing.
• Andrey Sakovich (Energetik-BGU): scored from the spot and pulled the strings from central midfield.
• Pavel Tarasenko (BATE-2): a constant threat on the wing despite the eventual loss.

League Implications

The win moves Energetik-BGU Minsk into the top five of the Belarusian First League, just three points behind the promotion play-off places. BATE-2, meanwhile, slid to ninth after a third defeat in four matches. The youngster’s creative flair is evident, but defensive concentration remains a worrying trend. With over half the season still to play, both sides have plenty of time to achieve their respective goals.