Kryliya vs Spartak Moscow Prediction 18 May 2025
🔊 Can Spartak achieve their season goal and finish in the top three of the Russian Premier League? The odds are still there, but making up a four-point gap on CSKA in just two matches seems unlikely. Krylia Sovetov have also fallen short of their target, as they are certain not to finish in the top half of the table. However, they might give it their all in their final home game at the Samara Arena. Therefore, Spartak don't appear to be the clear favorites. In this scenario, we'll explore various options to make an insightful prediction.
Head-to-Head
📊 Over the course of 36 head-to-head encounters, Spartak hold the upper hand with a 69 percent win rate. This season, the "Red-Whites" have triumphed over Krylia Sovetov three times. In the Russian Premier League, they netted three unanswered goals. The scoreline was replicated nine days later in Samara, but this time in the Russian Cup. In the return leg, Spartak couldn't keep a clean sheet but maintained the same goal difference with a 4-1 victory.
In 7 of the last 8 head-to-head clashes, at least three goals were scored. However, it was often just one team doing the scoring. Still, there's nothing to suggest that the upcoming match won't be another high-scoring affair. Therefore, a potential bet to consider is on total goals over 2.5.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
Krylya Sovetov Team Overview
🔵 Krylia Sovetov have enjoyed an impressive five-match unbeaten run, taking points not only from Lokomotiv with a 5-1 victory but also holding CSKA to a 1-1 draw. However, their recent defensive performances have faltered. For instance, they conceded two goals to Dynamo Moscow despite having a numerical advantage, ending in a 3-1 defeat.
🔗 The Volga derby against Pari NN in Nizhny Novgorod also concluded in a loss (2-5). Igor Osinkin's side conceded four goals in the first half, managing only one in response just before the break. In the second half, both teams found the net once more, leaving no room for a comeback.
Match Results: Krylya Sovetov
Spartak Moscow Team Overview
🔴 Spartak have faltered at the season's end. They began the spring in the title race, but now they don't even make the top three. The last month has been particularly disappointing. The "Red-Whites" lost two Moscow derbies-first to CSKA and then to Dynamo Moscow. Following these defeats, rumors emerged that Dejan Stanković might leave the club at the season's end.
🔗 After their RPL setback, Spartak needed a strong performance in the Russian Cup. This week, they faced Rostov for a spot in the tournament's final. Previously, the Moscow side had lost twice to the southern team and failed to exact revenge (1-2). Despite dominating with 14 shots on target and 16 corners, their opponents will compete for the trophy. The match ended on such an emotional note that Manfred Ugalde, Nail Umyarov, and Dejan Stanković all saw red cards.
Match Results: Spartak Moscow
Latest news
Krylya Sovetov
📣 Igor Osinkin commented on the defeat to Pari NN: "Krylia Sovetov struggled to get into the game and essentially scored own goals. Foolish, easy penalties. It's really unpleasant to talk about."
📌 Three Krylia Sovetov players may be subjected to a lie detector test. The Samara regional authorities have taken an interest in the actions of defenders Ilya Gaponov and Roman Evgenyev, as well as goalkeeper Sergey Pesyakov in the match against Pari NN.
❌ Injured Ivan Lomaev and Maxim Vityugov will not play in the upcoming match.
Spartak Moscow
📣 Following their defeat to Rostov, Spartak reached out to their fans: "Frustration and disappointment-unfortunately, that's how last night turned out. Our endless gratitude goes to every fan at the stadium and beyond who believed in the team until the very last second of the match. We owe it to you to come back stronger."
📢 Spartak forward Levi Garcia, whose adaptation in Russia has been prolonged, pointed to the referee's performance as a reason for the loss against Rostov: "The referee's decisions were very strange; they cost us goals. In all contentious situations, the referee sided with Rostov. I'm not blaming the referee; we should have decided the game ourselves, but such officiating is odd, and winning such a match is tough."
❌ In the closing stages of the match against Rostov, Ruslan Litvinov sustained an injury and left the field on a cart, clutching his knee. However, the club has reported that there is no ligament damage to his knee. Still, it's unlikely we'll see him back on the pitch anytime soon. There are no other injuries within Spartak.
🟨 Referee and Yellow Cards
The main referee for the match is Sergey Karasev, who has officiated 14 matches in the Russian Premier League this season. In 6 of his last 7 matches, he has shown no more than four yellow cards. On average, he issues 4.21 cautions per game.
Spartak Moscow average 2.4 yellow cards per game this season. With the season not going as planned, this number is on the rise. The coach's anxiety is affecting the players, resulting in at least two bookings in 7 of their last 8 matches. In this context, betting on Spartak's total yellow cards over 1.5 seems reasonable.
⚽️ Goal Prediction
Match outcomes involving Krylia Sovetov have become more prolific recently. The team excels in attack but struggles defensively, often conceding goals. Therefore, betting on both teams to score (yes) is a solid option, as this has occurred in 6 of Krylia Sovetov's last 7 matches.
🚩 Corner Prediction
Krylia Sovetov average 4.5 corners per game this season. In 15 home matches, they have won at least four corners. Clearly, the team won't sit back and will aim to secure a win against Spartak. Thus, betting on Krylia Sovetov's total corners over 3.5 appears justified.
Editor's Prediction
Spartak are not in the best emotional state, which presents a great opportunity for Krylia Sovetov. The hosts should at least find the net once against the favorites, as they have scored in each of the last seven rounds. Meanwhile, the Moscow side still have slim chances for a top-three finish, so they need to push forward and muster the strength for a goal themselves. The main bet is on both teams to score (yes).
Betting Tips: Krylya Sovetov - Spartak Moscow
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