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vs : Match Prediction for the Russian Cup
On September 25, Orel will host Saratov's Sokol in the quarter-finals of the Regional Path in the Russian Cup. The visitors are set to begin their campaign against a lower league opponent, and it will be interesting to see how the Saratov team performs in this match. Can they outplay their rival, and what bets will come into play? Find the answers in our preview.
Command Analysis
FC Orel
Russian FederationCurrent Form
The team is on a two-match winning streak in the Russian Cup, showcasing impressive performances. In the Round of 16, Orel defeated Kursk's Avangard 2-0, and in the next round, they mounted a comeback to beat Salute-Belgorod 4-2, scoring all four goals in the second half. Now they face a higher-ranked opponent, and it will be interesting to see how the match unfolds for Orel.
In the second division, Group 3, the team sits in 11th place in the standings and is eight points behind the top five. In the last round, they suffered a loss to Ryazan 0-3.
Suspensions and Injuries
Orel has no squad issues or injuries.
Interesting Betting Trends
- The team has not won against this opponent in five consecutive matches.
- On average, there are 2.3 goals scored in Orel's matches.
Projected lineup: Zemskov, Mertzalo, Luzin, Khmelevskoy, Mironenko, Borisov, Merkulev, Shcherbakov, Ivan Stavtsev, Dmitriev, Maxim Stavtsev.
Sokol Krasnoyarsk
Russian FederationCurrent Form
In the last round of the First League, the team managed to earn one point. In Saratov, the "birds" drew with Sochi (1:1), equalizing just four minutes after conceding a goal in the 63rd minute. This draw marked the sixth for the squad this season. Sokol has struggled offensively, scoring only eight goals. Currently, under the leadership of Alexey Bagi, they sit in ninth place on the league table with 15 points, five points clear of the relegation zone.
Suspensions and Injuries
Sokol does not face any issues with the squad.
Interesting Betting Trends
- The club averages 0.7 goals per game
- On the road against Orla, the team remains unbeaten in their last three matches
Expected Lineup: Kosarevsky, Churikov, Zabelin, Ivanov, Maksimenko, Molodtsov, Polubayarinov, Samko, Sasin, Chobanov, Yuzepchuk.
Trends
Bet Exact Score 0:1
This score has been recorded in 1 out of the last 3 matches involving Sokоль
7.00Bet 1st Half: Draw
In the recent match, the guests had a draw in the first half
2.00Bet 2nd Half: Sokоль to Score
In 1 out of the last 3 games, the team from Saratov scored in the second half
1.63Tip and bets
The home team has shown inconsistent results in recent matches, but they perform better in the national cup. Sokol boasts a stronger and more balanced squad, which will be crucial in today's match. It's reasonable to expect that the representative from the First League will leverage their experience and advance to the next round of the tournament.
Prediction - Sokol to progress with odds of 1.60
Team Goals Bet
Sokol has shown far superior play compared to their opponent, managing to keep a clean sheet in three out of their last five matches. We expect a similar outcome today.
Prediction – neither team to score at odds of 1.77
Total Goals Bet
In Sokol's last four matches, no more than two goals have been scored. We believe today's matchup will not provide fans with a high-scoring affair.
Prediction - under 2.5 total goals at odds of 1.65
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