Lokomotiv Moscow vs Nizhny Novgorod: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Lokomotiv prepare to host Nizhnyi Novgorod on February 28, 2026, with kick-off at 15:00, this RUSSIA: Premier League fixture promises an intriguing contest.

Lokomotiv, currently 3rd in the standings with 37 points from 18 games, are close to the leaders with only 3 points separating them. They've earned 18 points from 8 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 6 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 9 goals.

Nizhnyi Novgorod, sitting 14th with 14 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 6 points from 9 games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 5 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 3 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Lokomotiv and Nizhnyi Novgorod have favored Lokomotiv, with Nizhnyi Novgorod claiming victory in their most recent clash (3-2). Over the past few seasons, Lokomotiv have held the upper hand in this matchup.

In their previous league match against Sochi, Lokomotiv recorded a 4-2 victory while lining up in a 4-2-3-1 formation. Their starting XI featured Mitryushkin, Fasson, Montes, Nyamsi, Silyanov, Barinov, Karpukas, Prutsev, Batrakov, Komlichenko, Rudenko. The formation provided flexibility in midfield, allowing for effective rotation and positional play.

Nizhnyi Novgorod's last outing came against Dynamo Mkh, where they secured a 1-0 victory using a 4-3-3 system. Their starting XI featured Medvedev, Koledin, Karic, Farina, Shnaptsev, Ticic, Opoku Sarfo, Ermakov, Olusegun, Grulev, Boselli. The setup allowed the team to control central areas while maintaining width through their wide attackers.

Looking ahead, Lokomotiv are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Lokomotiv and Nizhnyi Novgorod 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 from the last ten games across all competitions suggest a moderate number of goals: Lokomotiv's fixtures have averaged 3.2 goals per game, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. Nizhnyi Novgorod's games average 2 goals, with 4 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 40% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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