Himik vs Chayka: Match Prediction for the Russian Cup
In the path of the Regions in the Russian Cup, Dzerzhinsk's Khimik will face off against Chaika. The hosts compete in the Silver Division of the Second League, while the visitors are among the leaders in the FNL. Who will advance in the cup? Find out in our prediction.

Command Analysis

Khimik Dzerzhinsk

Current Form
The team from Dzerzhinsk competes in the Silver Division of the Second League, currently sitting fifth out of ten teams. They are just one point behind Murom, who hold the fourth position that grants promotion to the Golden Division. In their recent league matches, the hosts secured victories over Krasnodar-2 (2-1) and Miass Torpedo (2-1). In the last round of the cup, they advanced past Murom via a penalty shootout, having previously defeated Broke Boys (1-0).
Disciplinary Issues and Injuries
The team has no issues with their lineup.
Interesting Betting Trends
- At home, the club has not lost in their last five matches
- In their last eight games, the hosts have always scored

Chayka

Current Form
The Peschanokopskiy team has started the season strong, currently sitting in fifth place in the standings after moving up from the Second League. Chaika is only behind Chernomorets in the playoff spots due to additional statistics. In their latest match, they secured a 1-0 victory over Ufa, despite having Nesterov sent off at the end of the first half. Prior to that, the club drew 2-2 against Shinnik at home.
Injuries and Suspensions
The team is currently free of any roster issues.
Interesting Betting Trends
- In their last five matches, the club has only suffered one defeat
- In their last five away games, Chaika has managed just one win
Trends
Bet Correct Score 1:2
Four of the last five home matches ended with this score
9.00Bet Both Teams to Score
This bet has won in the last six home matches
1.80Bet Number 2 in Final Score
This trend has occurred in the last six home matches
2.45Tip and bets
The visitors are demonstrating a solid performance this season in the FNL and have the potential to make a deep run in the national cup. The hosts have struggled to advance in previous rounds of the cup, and we believe their journey in the tournament will end here.
Our prediction is a victory for "Chaika" at 2.10
Total Goals Bet
The guests have no issues with scoring and will likely find a way to hit the net against their Second League opponent. The home team also often plays entertaining matches; in fact, the total has gone over in all six of their latest encounters.
Prediction – Total goals over 2.5 at odds of 1.95
First Half Bet
The visitors are stronger and will clearly aim to score in the first half. It’s unlikely that the home defense will withstand the attacking pressure from the opponents. We believe the first half of the match will favor the favorite.
Prediction – "Chayka" to win the first half at odds of 2.65