Will the "home team" maintain their strong performance on their home ground?
On December 9th, at 14:00 (Moscow time), a thrilling clash between Spartak and Krylya Sovetov is set to take place, as they go head-to-head in the 18th round of the Russian Premier League at the "Otkrytie Arena" stadium. Let's take a closer look at what you can expect from these two teams.
Spartak
Strengths: Adept at set pieces, counterattacks, and creating chances through individual skill;Weaknesses: Troubles defending against counterattacks, set pieces, and aerial duels.
Spartak has been holding its own lately, with 3 wins, 2 draws, and 5 losses in their last 10 matches. Falling short in their most recent Russian Premier League game against Akhmat Grozny, Guillermo Abascal's team suffered a 1-2 defeat. Zinchenko was the only scorer for the "red-whites." Currently, Spartak sits in 7th place with 27 points, scoring 24 goals and conceding an equal number. Quincy Promes remains their top scorer with 5 goals and 6 assists.
At home, Spartak has played exceptionally well, racking up 6 wins, 2 draws, and only 1 loss in their 9 Russian Premier League games.
Krylya Sovetov
Strengths: Skilled at creating chances through individual skill, counterattacks, and attacking from the wings. They also show promise in defending against set pieces and finishing;Weaknesses: Defending against attacks from the wings and aerial duels pose challenges.
Krylya Sovetov has been finding their feet, boasting a three-match unbeaten streak in the championship. They recently secured a 2-0 victory against Sochi, with goals from Garre and Ezhov. Krylya Sovetov currently sits comfortably in 3rd place with 29 points, having scored 36 goals and conceded 24. In the goalscoring charts, Garre leads the pack with 8 goals and 2 assists.
Away from home, the Samara-based team has played 8 matches, with 2 wins, 2 draws, and 4 losses under their belt.
Interesting Facts
- Spartak has had a strong run at home in their last 6 Russian Championship matches, refusing to taste defeat.
- Krylya Sovetov has shown an impressive scoring streak, with at least 2 goals in their last 3 Russian Championship matches.
As for odds, bookmakers seem to favor a home win for the "people's team." The odds for Spartak to secure the victory are surprisingly low at -1.90. A draw can be wagered at a coefficient of -3.90, and the odds for a Krylya Sovetov triumph are somewhat higher at -3.75. The betting company Liga Stavok anticipates a high-scoring affair, offering odds of -2.22 for "Total under 2.5" and a more optimistic -1.64 for "Total over 2.5."
predictions: With Spartak showing strength at home and Krylya Sovetov occasionally falling short on the road, a Spartak win seems plausible. However, always double-check the latest odds and analysis from sports betting platforms like SmartBet for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
On December 9th, as Spartak and Krylya Sovetov clash in the Russian Premier League, both teams will display contrasting strengths and weaknesses. Spartak excels in set pieces, counterattacks, and creating chances through individual skill, but struggles defending against counterattacks, set pieces, and aerial duels. Krylya Sovetov, on the other hand, creates opportunities through individual skill, counterattacks, and attacking from the wings, but faces challenges in defending against attacks from the wings and aerial duels.
In their recent Russian Premier League game, Spartak suffered a 1-2 defeat against Akhmat Grozny, with only Zinchenko scoring for the team. Currently, Spartak is in 7th place with 27 points, having scored 24 goals and conceding an equal number. Krylya Sovetov secured a 2-0 victory against Sochi, with goals from Garre and Ezhov, and currently sits comfortably in 3rd place with 29 points, having scored 36 goals and conceded 24.
At home, Spartak has played exceptionally well, racking up 6 wins, 2 draws, and only 1 loss in their 9 Russian Premier League games. Away from home, Krylya Sovetov has played 8 matches, with 2 wins, 2 draws, and 4 losses under their belt.
As for odds, bookmakers seem to favor a home win for Spartak, with the odds for a Spartak victory surprisingly low at -1.90. A draw can be wagered at a coefficient of -3.90, and the odds for a Krylya Sovetov triumph are somewhat higher at -3.75. The betting company Liga Stavok anticipates a high-scoring affair, offering odds of -2.22 for "Total under 2.5" and a more optimistic -1.64 for "Total over 2.5."
