LiontipsLokomotiv vs Zenit. Prediction and Betting Tips for Russian Premier League (August 15, 2021).
Command Analysis
Lokomotiv kicked off the season with a Super Cup match against Zenit. Marco Nikolic's charges couldn't create anything against the club from St.Petersburg and lost with a score of 0:3.
Loko had a much better start to the Premier League. In the first round, the Red-greens defeated Arsenal Tula (3:1), all three goals were scored in the last 10 minutes of the game.
In the second round, Lokomotiv got a strong-willed victory over CSKA. They came back after a quick goal from the Army men, and in the second half sealed the deal (2:1). The most difficult game so far was played against Ufa. Again, Loko conceded first, but Vitali Lisakovich scored an equalizer, which brought Lokomotiv 1 point (1:1).
Zenit started the season by winning the Super Cup. Sergei Semak's team defeated Lokomotiv in the fight for the trophy (3:0). There were no problems in the Premier League so far: Khimki opened the scoring in the first round, but the reigning champion answered with three goals (3:1).
In the second round, Zenit faced a more difficult opponent, Rostov. However, the Blue-white-blues once again scored more than their opponent (4:2). Finally, last week, Zenit beat Krasnodar with a score of 3:2. There was no real threat to Zenit in that game: they secured a two-goal advantage before halftime and were never in danger of losing.
Claudinho is joining Zenit from Bragantino. The 24-year-old midfielder recently won gold at the Tokyo Olympics with Brazil.
Trends
СтавкаCorrect score 1:2
This score was recorded in two of the last five games of Lokomotiv.
СтавкаZenit to score in each half
This bet played in the last two head-to-head games.
СтавкаLokomotiv to score in 2nd half
In the last three games, Lokomotiv scored in the second half.
Tip and bets
Lokomotiv started the season well, but none of their victories were convincing. The Red-greens conceded first in all their games. Zenit are doing a good job of defending the champion title, and they will strive to get another win on Sunday. Lokomotiv are unreliable in defense and Zenit will surely take advantage of that.
Our prediction - Zenit to win.
Zenit are considered the favourite for a reason: they are in great form, show high-quality football, and consistently score. Lokomotiv, on the other hand, haven't gained form yet, so we doubt they will be able to get points. Loko will focus on defense and probably be able to avoid a crushing defeat.
Second wager - Zenit to win by 1 goal.
