CSKA vs Dynamo Prediction 21 December 2025
🔊 CSKA are set to host Dynamo in the capital derby. This is a storied rivalry with a rich history. Both clubs enter this clash in solid form, consistently picking up points, though they occasionally stumble in frustrating fashion. The opponents are positioned within the playoff spots in the Western Conference, but the hosts have little margin for error.
Head-to-Head
This season, the rivals have faced off three times, with the current visitors holding a 2-1 edge in victories. It's worth noting that only one of those encounters went beyond regulation time, and both teams have been quite prolific. Not once in this span have they scored fewer than five goals. Defensive strategies in the neutral zone were notably absent.
Head-to-head statistics CSKA - Dynamo

CSKA Moscow Team Overview
Igor Nikitin's squad have gradually found their form. The hosts are unbeaten in regulation time for seven consecutive matches. During this stretch, they have secured victory four times. While this may not be an impressive tournament surge, the team has managed to solidify their position within the top eight of the Western Conference. However, CSKA's main issue remains their relatively low scoring rate. The team has netted only 97 goals, the lowest among the top eight in the conference. Progress in this area has been minimal, but there are internal resources available to address this.
Match Results: CSKA Moscow

Dynamo Moscow Team Overview
The "White and Blues" put together an impressive streak of seven consecutive victories, managing three clean sheets in that span. However, they couldn't maintain that pace indefinitely. Nonetheless, the visitors have firmly established themselves among the Western Conference leaders, boasting a solid cushion. Statistically, there are no concerns regarding Vyacheslav Kozov's squad. They have scored 108 goals while conceding 87, both figures aligning well with their high standing in the league. Yet, there's still room for improvement in their efficiency.
Match Results: Dynamo Moscow
🏒 Projected Lineups
CSKA: Gamzin - Okhotyuk, Nesterov - Drozdov, Karnaukhov, Churkin
Dynamo: Motorygin - Pylenkov, Ozhiganov - Gusev, Will, Sikura
🥅 Goalkeepers
CSKA's goalie Dmitry Gamzin may have lost his starting spot, but his effectiveness hasn't waned. The local talent boasts a 92.7% save percentage and has recorded two shutouts. Impressive stats for a player just 22 years old.
Dynamo's goalkeeper Maxim Motorygin continues to maintain a commendable level of performance. The homegrown player averages a 91.6% save percentage and has been a crucial asset for his team. He has already notched three shutouts and several significant achievements.