Edgar Sevikyan scores his first goal for Akron and helps secure a draw against Zenit (VIDEO)

Akron forward Edgar Sevikyan netted his first goal for the Tolyatti club in the 11th round of the Russian Premier League against Zenit. The match ended in a 1–1 draw.

Zenit took the lead in the 11th minute through Pedro, but Sevikyan equalized in the 36th. Initially, the goal was credited as an own goal by Zenit defender Douglas Santos, but after review, it was officially awarded to Sevikyan.

Edgar started the match and played 60 minutes.
Sevikyan’s stats vs Zenit:

Minutes played: 60
Goals: 1
Shots: 2
Accurate passes: 6 (67%)
Duels won: 2/10
Ball losses: 12
Fouls: 3
Tackles: 2
SofaScore rating: 7.2

VIDEO of the goal:

After 11 rounds, Akron sits 13th in the league table with 8 points, while Zenit is 3rd with 20 points.

Sevikyan is playing for Akron on loan from Hungarian club Ferencváros. He has 1 goal in 5 matches for the Tolyatti side.