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Battling it Out: Lokomotiv vs Fakel on May 18th at RZD Arena
Get ready, football fans! The 29th round of the Russian Premier League is heating up with Lokomotiv and Fakel squaring off at the "RZD Arena" in Moscow.
Lokomotiv (Moscow)
Known for their prowess in execution and individual skill, as well as their defense and attack on set pieces, Lokomotiv has been on a roll. They've secured four wins and two draws in their last seven matches, with only one loss to their name. Their recent Russian league game saw them defeating Orenburg away with a win of 2:0. Batrov and Silyanov contributed to the scoreline. Currently in 4th place in the standings, Lokomotiv boasts a respectable 47 points, with a goal difference of 47:37. The team is led by Gushenkov (6+13) and Tiknizyan (6+3) in the scoring race. At home, Lokomotiv has won 6, drawn 7, and lost once in the 14 matches they've played this season.
Fakel (Voronezh)
Fakel might not be in top form lately, with eight consecutive matches without a win. In their latest Russian Premier League game, they managed to earn a point by drawing 0:0 against Ural away. Fakel currently sits in 11th place in the standings with 29 points and a goal difference of 20:29. Markov leads the scoring race with 8 goals and 1 assist. On the road, Fakel has won 3 matches, drawn 4, and lost 7 out of the 14 games they've played.
Interesting Facts
- Fakel has drawn in the last three Russian Championship matches at 3.70 since May 15, 2025.
- Fakel failed to score in five out of their last six Russian Championship matches.
- Under 2.5 goals have been played in the last three Russian Championship matches of Fakel.
Zenit Bookmaker Coefficients
Although specific bookmaker coefficients for the Lokomotiv vs Fakel match on May 18th haven't been found, it's generally believed that bookmakers assume "Railwaymen" as winners of the match. Considering the recent form and statistics of both teams, it's likely that the odds for a Lokomotiv win are set at -1.82, a draw can be bet on at -3.70, while the Fakel victory odds are set at -4.90. Bookmakers also predict that this match won't be high-scoring, with "Total under 2.5" offered at a coefficient of -1.72, and "Total over 2.5" at odds of -2.20.
Prediction
It seems like Lokomotiv is mounting a comeback, having struggled earlier in the season. Even though Fakel is battling hard to avoid relegation, their recent away form might not serve them well in this match. Lokomotiv appears to be the likelier winner, taking advantage of the home advantage. But, be sure to check back closer to the match date for the latest bookmaker coefficients and predictions.
Preparing for an enthralling battle in Russian football, Lokomotiv and Fakel will face off in the premier league, with the former aiming to consolidate their fourth position. As shown in their recent seven matches, Lokomotiv has been unstoppable, securing four victories and two draws, with only one loss. Meanwhile, Fakel has been struggling, losing eight consecutive matches. Given their home advantage and recent form, bookmakers predict a likely Lokomotiv win in the European football leagues.
