Dynamo Kyiv beat Qarabag, Ponomarenko decided the match.
Dynamo Kyiv defeated Qarabag 1-0 thanks to a single goal from Ponomarenko in the 10th minute at Arena Lublin, in the third qualifying round of the UEFA Europa Conference League. Dynamo Kyiv ended the match with a victory, while Qarabag suffered a defeat.
- 0'The match has started.
Dynamo Kyiv hosts Qarabag.
- 10'Dynamo Kyiv took the lead thanks to Ponomarenko.
In the 10th minute, M. Ponomarenko scored, giving Dynamo Kyiv a 1-0 lead over Qarabag. The Ukrainian team got off to a good start with an early opening goal.
- 12'Dynamo Kyiv holds a slender advantage.
After 12 minutes, Dynamo Kyiv were leading 1-0, but the game wasn't entirely in their favor: Qarabag had a slight advantage in corners (0-1), while offsides were 1-0 and fouls 1-1. The situation remained quite evenly matched, with insufficient data to say which side was in complete control.
- 14'Dubinkash received a yellow card.
In the 14th minute, V. Dubinchak of Dynamo Kyiv received a yellow card for a foul (holding).
- 24'Qarabag controlled the game, Dynamo Kyiv defended.
In the 24th minute, Qarabag controlled the game with 37% possession compared to 63%, creating pressure with 3 corner kicks while Dynamo Kyiv had 0. Despite this, Dynamo Kyiv still led 1-0 and proactively dropped back, waiting for counter-attacking opportunities.
- 37'Qarabag dominated despite Dynamo Kyiv taking the lead.
In the 37th minute, Qarabag was controlling the game with 35%-65% possession and a significant advantage in corner kicks (0-6). Dynamo Kyiv was leading 1-0 but had to retreat deep to withstand the constant pressure.
- 45'End of the first half
At the end of the first half, the score was 1-0.
- 46'The second half has begun.
The second half has begun.
- 49'Qarabag dominated after the break.
By the 49th minute, Qarabag dominated with 34% possession versus 66% and a 0-10 advantage in corners. Dynamo Kyiv were leading but had to retreat and endure the pressure, waiting for opportunities to counter-attack.
- 61'Qarabag dominated but Dynamo Kyiv still took the lead.
In the 61st minute, Dynamo Kyiv was still leading 1-0, but Qarabag was dominating the game with 37% possession and 63% corner kicks, and 2 to 10 corners. Dynamo Kyiv had to focus on defense, while Qarabag continuously pressed to find an equalizer.
- 62'Qarabag brought M. Qurbanly onto the field.
In the 62nd minute, M. Qurbanly came on as a substitute for R. Cephas for Qarabag. Trailing Dynamo Kyiv 1-0, Qarabag continued to make substitutions in an attempt to find an equalizer.
- 62'Kady Borges came on as a substitute for Qarabag.
In the 62nd minute, Kady Borges came on as a substitute for O. Kashchuk for Qarabag. Trailing, Qarabag needed to continue pressing to find an equalizer.
- 69'M. Shaparenko came on in the 69th minute.
In the 69th minute, M. Shaparenko came on as a substitute for J. Lonwijk for Dynamo Kyiv. This was a notable substitution as Dynamo Kyiv was leading Qarabag 1-0.
- 69'Dynamo Kyiv made a substitution in the 69th minute.
In the 69th minute, Dynamo Kyiv brought on O. Tymchyk to replace V. Dubinchak. With Qarabag controlling possession and creating more pressure, this substitution could help Dynamo Kyiv maintain their 1-0 lead.
- 69'Dynamo Kyiv made a substitution in the 69th minute.
In the 69th minute, Dynamo Kyiv brought N. Voloshyn on to replace E. Guerrero. Leading 1-0, they had more options as Qarabag dominated possession.
- 73'Qarabag dominated, Dynamo Kyiv defended.
In the 73rd minute, Qarabag was controlling the game with 35% possession and 65%, and a corner kick advantage of 2-11. Dynamo Kyiv had to retreat to defend their 1-0 lead, while Qarabag maintained pressure to find an equalizer.
- 75'Qarabag made a substitution in the 75th minute.
In the 75th minute, Qarabag made a substitution, with S. Lobato coming on to replace Pedro Bicalho. This was a notable change in the team's attempt to gain the upper hand.
- 75'Qarabag made a substitution in the 75th minute.
In the 75th minute, Qarabag made a substitution: B. Langa came on for E. Cafarquliyev. Qarabag continued to try to make a difference while trailing Dynamo Kyiv 1-0.
- 79'Qarabag made a substitution in the 79th minute.
In the 79th minute, J. Montiel came on as a substitute for M. Jankovic of Qarabag. This substitution came as Qarabag were trailing 1-0 and needed more momentum for the remainder of the match.
- 80'Dynamo Kyiv made a substitution in the 80th minute.
In the 80th minute, V. Kabaev came on as a substitute for B. Redushko, with Dynamo Kyiv leading Qarabag 1-0. This was a notable substitution in the final minutes of the match.
- 81'Kedziora received a yellow card in the 81st minute.
In the 81st minute, T. Kedziora of Dynamo Kyiv received a yellow card for a foul. Leading Qarabag 1-0, Dynamo Kyiv needed to stay calm in the final minutes.
- 85'Qarabag pressed, Dynamo Kyiv defended.
In the 85th minute, Qarabag was controlling the game with 38% possession and 62%, and had a significant advantage in corner kicks (3-11). Dynamo Kyiv was under immense pressure, retreating deep to defend their 1-0 lead against the opponent's relentless attacks.
- 87'Dynamo Kyiv made a substitution in the 87th minute.
In the 87th minute, Dynamo Kyiv brought on O. Pikhalyonok to replace V. Rubcynskyi. This was a late substitution by the Ukrainian team in the final minutes of the match.
- 88'Qarabag lost a player in the 88th minute.
In the 88th minute, C. Makreckis of Qarabag received a red card for roughing. Qarabag will have to play with ten men for the final minutes.
- 90+4'Matheus Silva received a yellow card in injury time.
In the 90+4th minute, Matheus Silva of Qarabag received a yellow card for a foul. Qarabag faced further disadvantages in the final minutes of the match.
- 90+6'M. Shaparenko received a yellow card in injury time.
In the 90+6th minute, M. Shaparenko (Dynamo Kyiv) received a yellow card for a foul on Holding. Dynamo Kyiv needs to maintain focus in the final minutes.
- KTFinal score: Dynamo Kyiv 1-0 Qarabag
The match ended with a score of 1-0.
Updated at 01:56 on August 7, 2026
Match information
Dynamo Kyiv will face Qarabag in the UEFA Europa Conference League. The match will take place at 00:00 on August 7, 2026, at the Motor Lublin Arena.
This is a highly anticipated clash between the two teams, but there is currently no specific information regarding their recent form, head-to-head record, league position, squad strength, or absent players. Therefore, it is not possible to make a reliable assessment of each side's advantage before kick-off.
Tactical analysis
Information regarding the expected formations, playing style, and starting lineups of Dynamo Kyiv and Qarabag has not yet been released. These factors will play a crucial role in determining the game, especially in terms of ball control, transitions, and exploiting space.
Overall, the match at Motor Lublin Arena still requires further official updates on lineups and team strength before any in-depth analysis can be made. There is not enough information to predict the specific outcome of this encounter.
*This article was created with the assistance of artificial intelligence (AI).
