Khimki vs Rostov: Match Prediction for the Russian Cup

Russian Federation

Khimki

Russian Federation

Cup Grp. B

2 October 06:15 UTC

FC Rostov

Russian Federation

In the group stage of the Russian Cup, Khimki will host Rostov at their home ground. The southern team sits comfortably in second place in the group and is almost guaranteed a spot in the playoffs. Will they manage to secure points in their away match against Khimki? Find out in our prediction.

Khimki vs FC Rostov Prediction and Betting Tips (02.10.2024)

Command Analysis

Khimki

Russian Federation

Current Form

Since their promotion to the Premier League, Khimki has struggled to make an impact. Despite an impressive transfer campaign, the team sits among the league's bottom dwellers in 13th place. In their most recent match in the national cup, the Moscow region club suffered a heavy 1-5 loss to Lokomotiv, conceding all five goals within the first 25 minutes of the second half. In their group standings, Khimki is currently in third place, which allows them a chance to compete in the Regional Path. Following the cup defeat, Khimki recorded two consecutive goalless draws in the league against Orenburg and Krylia Sovetov.

Suspensions and Injuries

Defender Edgardo Farina is sidelined due to suspension.

Notable Betting Trends

Khimki scored only one goal in their last six matches
The team has not won in their last ten official games

Projected Lineup: Kokarev - Angelkovich, Filin, Luna - Terekhov, Kaplenko, Corredora, Abdullahi - Mirzov, Rudenko, Panchenko.

FC Rostov

Russian Federation

Current Form

FC Rostov is recognized as a solid mid-table team in the Russian Premier League, living up to this status in the current season as they sit in eighth place. Under the guidance of Valery Karpin, they have performed well in the cup competition, securing two wins against Orenburg (1-0 and 3-1) and defeating Khimki (3-1). In their group, the club ranks second, six points ahead of today's opponent. However, recent league matches have been disappointing, as they faced defeats to Krasnodar (0-2) and Akron (0-2), along with a goalless draw against Dynamo Makhachkala.

Suspensions and Injuries

All key players are available for the upcoming match.

Betting Trends of Interest

Rostov has failed to score in their last three matches
The visitors have won the last five head-to-head encounters

Projected Lineup: Odoyevsky - Chernov, Melekhine, Ignatov, Vakhaniya - Shchetinin, Glebov, Kuchayev - Sutormin, Golenkov, Bayramyan

Trends

Bet Exact Score 0:0

The last two home matches ended with this score

9.00

Bet At least one team won't score

This bet has won in five of the last six matches for Khimki

2.00

Tip and bets

1.9total goals under 2.5

The remaining rounds of the Russian Cup are becoming somewhat of a formality for the teams. They have secured their positions in the standings, leaving little tournament motivation for the clubs in this match. It’s likely that both opponents will field their reserves, which suggests that a goal fest is unlikely.

Our prediction is a total of under 2.5 goals at 1.90

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3.5draw

Match Outcome Bet

Both teams are satisfied with their standings in the league, and it's unlikely that anything will change. We believe a draw is the most probable and fair result for this matchup.

Bet on a draw. This bet is offered at 3.50.