Nader Mohammadi’s Flip Throw-In Sends Kostroma Through in Russian Cup
Mohammadi’s flip throw-in helped Kostroma book their place in the next round of the Russian Cup, with the Iranian defender supplying a key delivery in a 2-0 fourth qualifying-round win away to Ryazan.
The 29-year-old full-back again used his trademark forward somersault before launching the ball into the danger area, creating the goal that put the result beyond doubt. It was another decisive moment from a player whose long throws have become a major attacking outlet for Kostroma.
Quick facts
- Kostroma beat Ryazan 2-0 in the Russian Cup fourth qualifying round.
- Mohammadi’s acrobatic throw-in set up a crucial goal.
- The Tehran-born defender has now produced three notable throw-in assists across domestic competition this season.
- Kostroma host Neftekhimik on September 14 in First League round 11.
- They stand sixth with 18 points from nine league matches.
Mohammadi had already registered two league assists from similar set-pieces during the 2026-27 campaign. His first came in the 3-1 victory over SKA Khabarovsk on August 9, before another long throw helped decide a 1-0 win against Rotor Volgograd in the ninth round.
The unusual technique gives Kostroma a different route into the box, with opponents forced to deal with deliveries that carry the distance and pace of a corner or free-kick. Mohammadi’s throws have repeatedly unsettled defensive lines in Russian domestic football.
What happens next: Kostroma return to First League action on September 14, when Neftekhimik visit for round 11. A home win would strengthen their promotion push and help close the gap on the leading sides.
