CSKA VS FK KRASNODAR - RUSSIA: NATIONAL CUP MATCH PREVIEW
RUSSIA: NATIONAL CUP MATCH DETAILS: CSKA VS FK KRASNODAR
As CSKA prepare to host FK Krasnodar on March 4, 2026, with kick-off at 18:45, this RUSSIA: National cup fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.
CSKA PREVIEW IN RUSSIA: NATIONAL CUP
CSKA, currently unknown in the standings with 0 points from 0 games, are close to the leaders with only 0 points separating them. They've earned 0 points from 0 home games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 1 win and 1 loss in their last five matches.
They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 2 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 2 goals scored.
FK KRASNODAR PREVIEW IN RUSSIA: NATIONAL CUP
FK Krasnodar, sitting unknown with 0 points, are evenly matched but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 0 points from 0 games this season.
Their recent form has been strong, with 2 wins in their last five matches.
They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 1 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 7 goals.
This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.
HEAD-TO-HEAD AND TACTICAL CONTEXT FOR CSKA VS FK KRASNODAR
Recent meetings between CSKA and FK Krasnodar have favored CSKA, ending in a 2-2 draw.
Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.
In their previous league match against Dynamo Mkh, CSKA recorded a 2-1 victory while lining up in a 4-2-3-1 formation.
Their starting XI featured Akinfeev, Moises, Victor, Lukin, Gajic, Kislyak, Villagra, Glebov, Alves, Krugovoy, Musaev. A double pivot offered defensive protection while the attacking midfielder linked play between lines.
FK Krasnodar's last outing came against Orenburg, where they secured a 4-0 victory using a 4-2-3-1 system.
Their starting XI featured Koryakin, Paltsev, Jubal, Tormena, Khmarin, Krivtsov, Lenini, Furtado, Kozlov, Perrin, Mukailov. A double pivot offered defensive protection while the attacking midfielder linked play between lines.
Looking ahead, CSKA are expected to maintain their unknown structure, CSKA and FK Krasnodar are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.
GOAL TRENDS AND PREDICTION FOR CSKA VS FK KRASNODAR
Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest a moderate number of goals: CSKA's fixtures have averaged 2.4 goals per game, with 4 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 30% of those matches, alongside 4 clean sheets. FK Krasnodar's games average 3.1 goals, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 5 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.
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