CSKA Moscow vs FK Rostov: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As CSKA prepare to host Rostov on February 18, 2026, with kick-off at 14:00, this WORLD: Club Friendlies fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

CSKA, currently unknown in the standings with 0 points from 0 games, trail the leaders by 10 points. They've earned 0 points from 0 home games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 1 win, 1 draw and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 7 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 8 goals.

Rostov, 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 3 wins and 2 draws 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 9 goals. This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.

Recent meetings between CSKA and Rostov have favored Rostov, with Rostov claiming victory in their most recent clash (0-1). Head-to-head results have gone either way in the last few seasons.

In their previous league match against Zenit, CSKA recorded a 2-2 draw while lining up in a standard formation.

Rostov's last outing came against Zhejiang Professional FC, where they secured a 0-0 draw using a standard system.

Looking ahead, CSKA are expected to maintain their unknown structure, CSKA and Rostov 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 plenty of goals: CSKA's fixtures have averaged 4.2 goals per game, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 100% of those matches, alongside 0 clean sheets. Rostov's games average 2 goals, with 2 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 20% of those matches, alongside 4 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect a low-scoring affair.

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