Fakel vs Volga Prediction
📢 Will the clash between Fakel and Volga in the 13th round of the First League turn into another low-scoring affair? Fakel are currently sitting in 3rd place on the table, underscoring their ambitions for promotion. Their solid defense is a key factor in their success, and their home record is impressive: they haven't conceded a goal at home for five consecutive matches. Volga, on the other hand, are in 13th place and struggle to collect points, particularly in away games. The question is whether the visitors can find a way to break through this resilient defense.
Head-to-Head
⚠ These teams have not faced each other before.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results

Fakel Voronezh Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on as part of the Football National League tournament (home team - Fakel Voronezh, away team - Chayka Peschanokopskoye). The match concluded with a scoreline of 0:0.
Here are the game statistics (Fakel Voronezh vs Chayka Peschanokopskoye):
- ball possession: 57% vs 43%;
- corner kicks: 3 vs 4;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 3;
- shots on target: 3 vs 1.
Fakel are showcasing impressive form, firmly holding onto 3rd place thanks to their solid defense and consistent home performances. Over their last five matches, they have secured three wins and two draws, demonstrating their ability to maintain a balance between attack and defense. Their playing style is grounded in a dependable defense and controlling the tempo of the game.
Match Results: Fakel Voronezh

Volga Ulyanovsk Team Overview
The away team played their last official match on as part of the Football National League tournament (home team - Spartak Kostroma, away - Volga Ulyanovsk). The match ended with a score of 1:1.
Here are the game statistics (Volga Ulyanovsk vs Spartak Kostroma):
- ball possession: 47% vs 53%;
- corner kicks: 3 vs 12;
- yellow cards: 4 vs 4;
- shots on target: 1 vs 4.
Volga are navigating a challenging period, currently sitting in 13th place with inconsistent performances both at home and away. Over their last five matches, they have secured just one victory while suffering three defeats, highlighting their struggle for consistency. On average, the team scores about one goal per match, but their defensive frailties often cost them points, as evidenced by an average of 1.5 goals conceded per game.
Match Results: Volga Ulyanovsk
Latest news
Fakel Voronezh
Fakel will be without two players. Center-back Max Dziov remains sidelined as he recovers from a leg fracture and is not expected back until at least January 2026. Additionally, the team will miss Yuri Zhuravlyov, who received a red card in the last round and is serving a suspension.
This week saw significant changes in the coaching staff. On September 29, the Voronezh club announced the departure of Igor Shalimov from his role as head coach. On October 2, assistant coach Valery Klimov also left his position. Oleg Vasilenko has been appointed as the new head coach of Fakel.
Volga Ulyanovsk
Volga are also dealing with a tough situation due to player absences. Kirill Folmer has been sidelined for a while as he recovers from a shoulder injury. In the last round, Ruslan Shagiakhmetov joined the list of unavailable players after receiving two yellow cards, which means he will miss the upcoming match due to suspension.
Prediction for the 1st half
First Half Statistics: Fakel Voronezh (Home) vs Volga Ulyanovsk (Away)
- Number of matches played in the tournament: 5 vs 6;
- Number of wins: 1 (20%) vs 1 (16.67%);
- Number of losses: 0 (0%) vs 3 (50%);
- Number of draws: 4 (80%) vs 2 (33.33%);
- Average total goals scored: 0.2 vs 0.83;
- Average total goals conceded: 0 vs 0.67.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Number of wins: 2 vs 2;
- Number of losses: 1 vs 7;
- Number of draws: 7 vs 1;
- Average first half total: 0.5 (scored - 0.3, conceded - 0.2) vs 1.1 (scored - 0.2, conceded - 0.9).
- Fakel Voronezh have drawn in the 1st half in 6 of last 7 games.
Prediction on the outcome
Statistics: Fakel Voronezh vs Volga Ulyanovsk
- matches played in the tournament: 12 vs 12;
- wins: 7 vs 3;
- win percentage: 58% vs 25%;
- losses: 2 vs 6;
- draws: 3 vs 3.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 5 vs 3;
- losses: 2 vs 5;
- draws: 3 vs 2.
- Volga Ulyanovsk won with a +1.5 handicap in 16 of last 18 away games.
Prediction on the over/under
Statistics: Fakel Voronezh vs Volga Ulyanovsk
- average total in the tournament: 1.42 vs 2.75;
- average total goals scored: 0.83 vs 1;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.25 vs 0.25;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.58 vs 0.75;
- Fakel Voronezh: average total at home in the tournament - 0.8;
- Volga Ulyanovsk: average total away in the tournament - 0.83;
- last 10 matches (average total): 0.8 (home - 0.67) vs 1.1 (away - 1).
- Over 1.5 goals scored in 10 of last 11 Volga Ulyanovsk away games.
- Over 1.5 goals scored in last 8 Volga Ulyanovsk games.
- Over 1.5 goals scored in last 7 Volga Ulyanovsk games (Football National League).
Prediction on corners
Fakel Voronezh: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 3.58; at home field - 4.4;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 3.5; at home field - 4.
Volga Ulyanovsk: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.92, away - 4.83;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.6; away - 4.67.
Prediction on cards
Fakel Voronezh: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.25; at home - 1.6;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.2; at home - 1.67.
Volga Ulyanovsk: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.08, away - 2.33;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.2; away - 2.67.
Prediction on BTTS
Statistics: Fakel Voronezh vs Volga Ulyanovsk
- number of matches played in the tournament: 12 vs 12;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 3 vs 8;
- number of BTS matches for Fakel Voronezh at home - 0 (0%);
- number of BTS matches for Volga Ulyanovsk away - 3 (50%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 4 vs 6;
- BTTS matches for Fakel Voronezh at home - 0 (0%);
- BTTS matches for Volga Ulyanovsk away - 3 (50%).
Editorial Prediction
Fakel step onto the pitch as the clear favorites and are rightfully considered the stronger side in this matchup. However, their playing style remains largely unchanged: at home, they prefer to play very cautiously and avoid open shootouts. This is backed by statistics-20 consecutive home games have ended with a total of fewer than 2.5 goals. Given this context, expecting a high-scoring game against Volga seems unlikely.