Mozyr’s Slavia secured a confident 2-0 victory over Arsenal Dzyarzhynsk in the first leg of their Belarusian Cup quarterfinal clash on Saturday, March 8, 2026. The win puts Slavia in a strong position as they head into the return leg, aiming for a spot in the semifinals.
Andrey Solovey opened the scoring for Slavia in the 15th minute, giving the home side an early lead at the SDYUSHOR-2 stadium in Kalinkavichy. Teryentiy Lutsevich then extended the advantage in the 62nd minute, solidifying Slavia’s control of the match. The final score reflected a dominant performance: Slavia Mozyr 2, Arsenal Dzyarzhynsk 0.
Key Moments and Lineups
The match saw a fairly standard tactical setup from both sides. Slavia, managed by an as-yet unnamed coach, lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, while Arsenal opted for a 4-2-1-3. Slavia’s attack proved too much for Arsenal to handle, with Solovey and Lutsevich capitalizing on opportunities created by a fluid midfield.
Slavia Mozyr Starting XI: Abramovich (GK), Kalachev (Chikida 63’), Kuznetsov, Senko, Antilevsky (Chernok 81’), Solovey, Melnikov, Shevchenko (Likhtin 87’), Lukashev, Lutsevich (Verenich 62’), Dziger (c) (Ageev 81’). Substitutes: Veretynsky (GK), Ngatchu, Sachkovsky, Vashkevich, Derzhinsky.
Arsenal Dzyarzhynsk Starting XI: Sanko (GK), Lutik, Zalesky, Polyakov (Kaplenko 42’), Oreshkevich, Lovets (c), Sotnikov, Volsky (Tkachenko 72’), Tolkachev, Vasin (Vorobyov 68’), Mokin. Substitutes: Soroko (GK), Sazonchik.
Discipline and Match Details
The match wasn’t without its moments of tension, with Slavia’s Lukashev receiving a yellow card in the 66th minute. The game was played in front of a crowd of 1950 spectators, and was officiated by referee A. Lashuk, assisted by D. Emelyanchikov and D. Flora.
For Slavia, the victory represents a significant step towards reaching the cup semifinals. The team demonstrated a strong attacking presence and a solid defensive foundation. Arsenal, though, will demand to significantly improve their performance in the return leg if they hope to overturn the two-goal deficit.
What’s Next for Slavia?
The second leg of the quarterfinal tie is scheduled for March 15th and will be played in Minsk at the RCORP-Stayki Stadium. This will be a crucial match for both teams, with a place in the Belarusian Cup semifinals at stake. Slavia will be looking to build on their first-leg advantage and secure their progression, while Arsenal will be aiming for a dramatic comeback on their opponent’s home turf.
The current holder of the Belarusian Cup is Neman Grodno, who defeated Torpedo-BelAZ 3-0 in last year’s final held in Grodno. Slavia will undoubtedly be aiming to dethrone Neman and claim the cup for themselves this season.
Slavia’s performance in the cup adds another layer of excitement to their season. Fans will be eager to witness if they can maintain their momentum and continue their cup run. The return leg promises to be a thrilling encounter, and Archysport will be there to provide full coverage.
