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Rubin vs Fakel: Match Prediction for the Russian Cup
On October 1, Rubin will host Fakel in the fifth round of the Russian Cup. Will the Kazan team be able to break their disappointing streak of five matches and join the race for a second playoff spot, or will Fakel secure their first points in the group? In our analysis, we have examined the current form of both teams leading up to this encounter and identified some reliable betting options. What should you choose?
Command Analysis
Rubin Kazan
Russian FederationCurrent Form
Rubin is having a decent season in the Premier League, though the team led by Rashid Rakhimov struggles with consistency. With 12 points, they sit in seventh place in the table, just four points clear of the relegation playoff zone. In the Cup, Rubin is currently in third place with six points after four rounds, two points behind second-place Akron, while league leaders Zenit have pulled ahead by four points.
Injuries and Suspensions
Yukich is currently injured.
Interesting Betting Trends
- Rubin has not won in their last five matches, recording three losses and two draws.
- In their last five meetings, Rubin remains unbeaten against Fakel with four wins and a draw.
Projected Lineup: Nigmatullin - Ashurmatov, Teslenko, Nizhegorodov - Kuznetsov, Apshatsev, Rahmonaliev, Bezrukov - Kuznetsov, Shabankhadzhi, Yochich.
Fakel
Russian FederationCurrent Form
FC Fakel is struggling this season in both the league and the cup. Under the management of Dmitry Pyatibratov, the team sits second to last in the Premier League standings after 10 matches with only six points, just one point away from the relegation playoff zone. Their cup situation is even more dire, as the blue and whites have yet to secure any points after four rounds and trail third-place Rubin by six points.
Injuries and Suspensions
The visitors have no issues with their squad.
Key Betting Trends
- FC Fakel has lost their last eight away matches
- In only one of their last three away games did FC Fakel fail to score
Projected Lineup: Gudiyev - Kalinin, Senhadzhi, Bryzgalov - Bagatelia, Ivlev, Yakimov, Masternoi - Bagamaev, Motspan - Ilyin.
Trends
Bet Exact Score 3:1
Two of the last seven away defeats for Fakel have occurred with this score
14.50Bet Rubin to Score in First Half
In the last two meetings between the clubs in Kazan, this bet was successful
1.79Bet Fakel to Score in First Half
In three of the last four matches, Rubin conceded in the first half
2.95Tip and bets
Rubin has a prime opportunity to surpass Akron in their group and climb to second place. To achieve this, the Kazan team needs to secure three points against the group’s main underdog. This task is certainly within reach for the hosts, as the blue-whites have little tournament motivation left and with the priority being to stay afloat in the league, the Cup is not their focus.
We believe the visitors have no chance. Our prediction is Asian handicap (-1) on Rubin, with odds of 2.25.
Total Goals Bet
Rubin is clearly determined today – they need a win and will likely be aggressive from the start. It's hard to imagine that Fakel has a real chance of holding them scoreless, especially playing away from home where they struggle significantly. The visitors have nothing to lose either, so risks will likely be taken – a goal exchange is very possible.
Bet – Both Teams to Score. This wager is available at 1.97
Corner Bet
As the favorite, Rubin is expected to spend the entire 90 minutes attacking – they should confidently win the corner count.
Bet – Rubin to Win on Corners. This wager is offered at 1.61
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