Slavic produced a surprise victory against Brest in the Belarus Cup, winning 2:1 on Friday evening. The result shifted expectations for both sides, with the visitors proving their credentials on the road. Brest had looked strong in their recent run of wins, but this performance told a different story.
The home side started with confidence, having won five of their six league games. Slavic came into the fixture third in the standings with four victories. Both teams had been scoring freely in their previous encounters, but this match followed its own rhythm.
Slavic took control when they needed to, closing the game out after going ahead. The visitors worked the channels well, finding space where Brest's defence had been vulnerable. Brest pulled one back late on, but the result was already decided.
The standings show Brest second with five wins from six league matches. Slavic sit third with four victories and two defeats. Both sides have zero points in the cup standings so far, which simply reflects the early stage of this competition.
The defeat ends Brest's momentum from their recent results, including victories over Baranovichi and Molodechno. Slavic extend their reputation as dangerous opponents, having also beaten teams like Zhlobin and Kaluga. The cup path continues for both clubs.