Arsenal Dzerzhinsk suffered a heavy 3-0 defeat at home to Maxline Vitebsk in the Belarusian Premier League on 18 May 2026. The visitors produced a dominant display at the Stadion Arsenal, effectively ending the contest by half-time with two quickfire goals.

First Half Dominance

From the opening whistle, Maxline Vitebsk took control. Their high press forced Arsenal Dzerzhinsk into repeated errors, and it took just 12 minutes for the first goal to arrive. A corner kick was met by a powerful header that gave the home goalkeeper no chance. The second goal came in the 34th minute after a flowing counter-attack finished with a composed strike into the bottom corner. Arsenal Dzerzhinsk barely threatened in the first period, mustering only one shot on target.

Second Half Consolidation

The second half saw Maxline Vitebsk manage the game effectively, keeping possession and restricting Arsenal to long-range efforts. The visitors added a third goal in the 71st minute when a defensive mix-up allowed their striker to tap into an empty net. Arsenal Dzerzhinsk showed little fight after that, and the match petered out with the home side booed off the pitch.

Key Statistics

• Possession: Arsenal Dzerzhinsk 38% – 62% Maxline Vitebsk
• Shots on target: 2 – 7
• Corners: 3 – 9
• Fouls: 14 – 8

Player of the Match

Maxline Vitebsk’s central midfielder was outstanding, dictating play from deep and completing over 90% of his passes. His assist for the second goal was the highlight of a complete performance.

League Implications

The heavy defeat sees Arsenal Dzerzhinsk remain in the relegation zone, while Maxline Vitebsk climb into the top half of the Belarusian Premier League table. For the home side, improvements are needed urgently if they are to avoid the drop.