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Francesca Ordega scores winner in CSKA Moscow’s slim win over Dynamo Moscow

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Francesca Ordega scores winner in CSKA Moscow’s slim win over Dynamo Moscow

By Oyediji Oluwaseun Babatunde

Nigeria international Francesca Ordega played a key role in CSKA Moscow’s 2-1 victory against Dynamo Moscow on Sunday, scoring the decisive goal in a thrilling league encounter.

After falling behind to Helena Bozic’s opening goal for Dynamo in the 52nd minute, CSKA Moscow rallied with Darya Yakovleva equalizing in the 75th minute. Just ten minutes later, Ordega secured the win for the hosts, converting a crucial goal that solidified their comeback.

With this goal, the 31-year-old forward has now reached an impressive tally of 10 goals in just eight league appearances for CSKA Moscow.

The Russian champions currently sits second in the league standings with 59 points after 22 games, trailing Zenit, who lead with 62 points.

CSKA Moscow will next face Lokomotiv Moscow on November 9, 2024, in what promises to be another exciting match in the league.