Will the Vorenegs Prevent the Advancement of the Muscovites?
On December 10th, at 2 PM local time, Fakel and Dynamo Moscow clash at the "Central Profsoyuz" arena in Voronezh. Here's a rundown of both teams heading into this RPL showdown.
Fakel- Strengths: Grabbing free kicks, intercepting the ball, and targeting set-pieces- Weaknesses: Maintaining possession, converting opportunities, defending against long shots, staying onside, and countering attacks
Fakel has had a subpar run leading up to the break, earning just one win, two draws, and suffering two losses in their last five matches. Most recently, they played a disappointing 0:0 draw against Baltika at home. Currently, they are in 11th place with 20 points and a goal difference of 14:18, with Markov leading their scoring chart with 6 goals and an assist.
On home soil, Fakel has won 3 matches, drawn 3, and lost 2 over 8 games, so let's see if the favorable crowds can spark a change in fortune.
Dynamo Moscow- Strengths: Creating chances through individual skill, attacking flanks, and taking long shots- Weaknesses: Defending set-pieces, staying onside, aerial combat, managing long shots, and minimizing individual defensive errors
Dynamo Moscow is on a roll, boasting an unbeaten streak of 12 matches across all competitions. They clinched a 1:0 victory against Rubin in their last RPL match at home. Tyukavin scored the winning goal for "white-and-blues." Currently occupying 3rd place, they have 31 points and a goal difference of 28:21. Tyukavin leads their scoring race with 8 goals and 4 assists.
As travelers, Dynamo Moscow has won 3 games, drawn 5, and lost 1 over 9 games.
Interesting Facts- Fakel has not lost in the last 5 home matches of the season- Under 2.5 goals have been seen in 8 out of Fakel's last 10 RPL matches 1.79- Dynamo Moscow is unbeaten in the last 11 matches of the season- Dynamo Moscow has won the last 3 RPL matches 2.25
Bookmaker Liga Stavok Coefficients (if the specified match is part of the RPL schedule)- A Fakel win: - 3.20- A Draw: - 3.45- A Dynamo Moscow win: - 2.25
The bookie isn't expecting a high-scoring encounter. You can bet on "Total under 2.5" at - 1.79 or "Total over 2.5" at - 2.00.
Prediction
Fakel has been performing consistently without making a significant impact. After a shaky start, Dynamo has shown impressive form and is in the title race. Given their momentum, I predict Dynamo Moscow will maintain their unbeaten run, either by winning or drawing in unfamiliar Voronezh: Dynamo Moscow will not lose - F2(0) - 1.62.
- Fakel's upcoming clash with Dynamo Moscow on December 10th, at the "Central Profsoyuz" arena in Voronezh, promises to be an intriguing match, given both teams' distinct strengths and weaknesses.
- Despite their struggles with maintaining possession and converting opportunities, Fakel has shown a knack for intercepting the ball and targeting set-pieces, making them a threat in attacks.
- On the other hand, Dynamo Moscow, currently on an impressive unbeaten streak, excels at creating chances through individual skill and long shots, showcasing their offensive prowess.
- As this RPL showdown unfolds, it will be interesting to see how Fakel copes with Dynamo's attacking tactics, given their difficulties in defending against long shots and countering attacks.
- Bookmakers predict a low-scoring encounter, with the odds favoring "Total under 2.5" goals at - 1.79, hinting at a tight and competitive match in the European-Leagues' Premier League.
