Russian Cup: Moumi Ngamaleu’s double moves Dynamo Moscow close to final

Cameroonian winger Moumi Ngamaleu made a big contribution on Thursday as Dynamo Moscow defeated rivals Spartak Moscow 5-2 in the first leg of their Russian Cup semifinal duel (highlights further below).

 

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It took less than six minutes for the Indomitable Lions veteran to open the scoring with a far post finish from Bitello’s left wing cross. The first half was quite even with Manfred Ugalde hitting back for Spartak on the half hour mark to leave the teams level at halftime.

But it was Ngamaleu, awarded Man of the Match following the full time whistle, who put his team ahead for good in the 67th minute when a scuffed shot attempt fell perfectly for the former BSC Young Boys star to fire into the roof of the net.

His second goal set in motion a complete unraveling from Spartak, who conceded two more goals over the next six minutes. Bitello set up Maksim Osipenko to make it 5-1 in the 83rd minute before Luxembourg national team star Christopher Martins tallied a consolation to keep Spartak’s faint hopes alive.

Ngamaleu showing positive signs with Dynamo Moscow after winter break

After being relegated to the bench for a long stretch during the first half of the season, something that likely cost him a place in Cameroon’s squad at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Ngamaleu is showing signs of life after the extended winter break in Russian football.

He contributed a goal and an assist as Dynamo returned to Russian Premier League action with a 4-0 thrashing of Krylya Sovetov on Sunday, bringing his season totals to 4 goals and 2 assists in 17 matches.

The rivals will meet again on March 18 for the second leg with the winner advancing to face either CSKA Moscow or Krasnodar. CSKA won the first leg 3-1 earlier on Thursday.

The performance from Moumi Ngamaleu against Spartak Moscow highlights the winger’s growing influence within the Dynamo Moscow squad. After a difficult first half of the season where he struggled for consistent playing time, the Cameroonian international appears to be rediscovering his best form at a crucial stage of the campaign. His ability to score important goals and create opportunities for teammates has made him a valuable asset in Dynamo’s attacking setup.

Dynamo Moscow have been one of the competitive sides in Russian football this season, and their impressive display against Spartak Moscow demonstrates their ambition to challenge for silverware. The convincing 5-2 victory in the first leg of the Russian Cup semifinal has given them a strong advantage heading into the return fixture.

For Ngamaleu, these recent performances could also strengthen his chances of returning to the Cameroon national team setup in the future. The winger has previously been an important player for the Indomitable Lions, and consistent performances at club level could help him regain the attention of the national team coaching staff.

As the second leg approaches, Dynamo Moscow will aim to maintain their momentum and secure qualification for the final. With players like Moumi Ngamaleu in good form, the team will be confident of finishing the job and continuing their pursuit of the Russian Cup title.

The upcoming second leg will therefore be crucial for both teams as they fight for a place in the Russian Cup final. Dynamo Moscow will aim to protect their advantage and build on the confidence gained from the first-leg victory. With players like Moumi Ngamaleu delivering strong performances in attack, the team will believe they have what it takes to finish the job and move one step closer to lifting the trophy this season.