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Idowu and Ogude Propel Amkar Perm to Victory in Russian Play-off Clash

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Idowu and Ogude Propel Amkar Perm to Victory in Russian Play-off Clash

Super Eagles defender Bryan Idowu showcased his prowess as he featured for Amkar Perm in their triumphant 2-0 victory over second-tier FC Tambov in the first leg of the Russian promotion/relegation play-offs. Joining him on the field was Fegor Ogude, a 2013 Africa Cup of Nations winner.

Idowu, a part of the Super Eagles’ 30-man provisional list for the upcoming FIFA World Cup in Russia, contributed to the crucial win, which saw second-half goals from Janusz Gol and Sergey Balanovich in the 60th and 79th minutes respectively, securing a vital first-leg advantage for Amkar.

The return leg, pivotal in determining the team’s fate, is scheduled for Sunday, where the winner over the two legs will secure their spot in the highly contested Russian Premier League for the upcoming season.

Simultaneously, in another play-off fixture, second-tier side FC Yenisey Krasnoyarsk showcased their dominance with a resounding 3-0 victory over Anzhi Makhachkala. Both teams are set to face each other again on Sunday for the reverse fixture.

The promotion/relegation play-offs pit teams finishing 13th and 14th in the Russian Premier League against the third and fourth-placed teams from the Football National League (FNL), the country’s second division, intensifying the battle for top-flight football in Russia.

The stakes remain high as these clashes determine the destiny of the competing teams, with the lure of securing a place in the prestigious Russian Premier League next season, a feat that each team aims to achieve through unwavering determination and skillful performances on the pitch.

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