Probable Lineups

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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(25) 18 Goals 22 (30)
(17) 12 Assists 15 (22)
(6.6) 6.8 Average Ratings 6.8 (6.7)
25.4 Average Age 24.5
179.1 Average Height (cm) 181.9
(1) 1.4 Shots pg 1.2 (1)
(53%) 52% Aerial Duel Success 47% (46%)
(0.9) 0.7 Dribbles pg 0.5 (0.3)
(1.1) 0.9 Tackles pg 1.2 (1.2)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Premier League.

Missing Players

Spartak Moscow
Lokomotiv Moscow
Player Reason Status Rating
Ruslan Litvinov Out 6.63
Nikita Chernov Doubtful 6.76
Srdjan Babic Doubtful 7.21
Player Reason Status Rating
Lucas Fasson Out 6.6
César Montes Out 6.97

Team News

Spartak Moscow
Lokomotiv Moscow
  • Versatile midfielder Ruslan Litvinov remains suspended after being sent off in the Moscow derby against CSKA earlier this month.
  • Defender Srdjan Babic sustained a knee injury on international duty this week and will probably miss Saturday’s match against Lokomotiv.
  • Nikita Chernov is undergoing an individual training programme in order to restore his fitness after a persistent injury.
  • Midfielder Dmitry Barinov missed the Russian National Team training camp due to family reasons, but should be available for selection next time out.
  • Defender César Montes is on international duty with Mexico and might not return on time for Saturday’s match.
  • Brazilian defender Lucas Fasson is being treated for a long-term injury and will miss the Moscow derby.

Match FactsSponsored

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Spartak Moscow have kept a clean sheet in their last 3 matches (Premier League).
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Spartak Moscow are undefeated in their last 9 home matches against Lokomotiv Moscow in all competitions.
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Spartak Moscow have won their last 3 matches (Premier League).

Prediction

  • Spartak hammered FC Akron last time out and extended their winning run to three matches. Dejan Stankovic’s men are extremely motivated ahead of Saturday’s derby.
  • Lokomotiv pulled off their second win in a row last time out against FC Fakel and on a good day might cause Spartak a major upset here.
  • There aren’t any real favourites for Saturday’s derby and a draw is the most likely outcome here.
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