Rubin Kazan has their first victory of this season’s UEFA Champions League after their 1-0 win over FC Copenhagen in Tartarstan. A spot kick conversion from Ecuadorian midfielder Christian Noboa gave Rubin the lead just before halftime, and with the two teams combining for just three shots on goal, the Russian’s victory was rarely in doubt.
Rubin Kazan Vs. Copenhagen: Christian Noboa Sends Rubin To First Win Of Group Stage
With the win, Rubin is within one point of second place Copenhagen and four points ahead of last place Panathinaikos, pending Pana’s 2:45 p.m. Eastern match with Barcelona. Rubin will advance to the knock-out stage is the get three points at the Nou Camp on December 7 while Copenhagen drop points to Pana.
More likely, Rubin has solidified their place in Europa League. Should Barcelona win in Athens, Rubin can finish no worse than third in Group D, a spot while would see them qualify for the knock-out stage of UEFA secondary club competition.
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