Terek realise cup dream

A last-gasp goal Andrei Fedkov gave Chechen side FC Terek Grozny a dramatic 1-0 victory in the Russian Cup final against FC Krylya Sovetov Samara.

Seven-year hiatus
First division Terek became the only side from outside the top-flight to win the modern Russian Cup, only reformed as a senior side in 2001 after disbanding in December 1994 due to the conflict in the region. Then earlier this month Ahmad Kadyrov, president both of the club and the Chechen republic, was assassinated, but the team continued their run today's triumph in Moscow.

Fedkov winner
It seemed extra time was looming as Andrei Kariaka and Moises both had efforts against the crossbar, when former Russian international striker Fedkov claimed a goal, and now Terek, who play their home matches outside Chechnya, will enter the 2004/05 UEFA Cup.

Motivation not needed
"That was the only game this season when I didn't have to speak to the players before the match to motivate them," said Terek coach Vait Talgaev. "Krylya had a slight advantage, but it's luck that decides the outcome. And today the luck was on our side."

Coaching errors
"We lost because of the head coach today," said Gadzhi Gadzhiev, coach of Krylya Sovetov. "I made some mistakes during the build-up for this match, which proved to be decisive."