Action in the Russian Premier League continues this weekend, with Spartak Moscow hosting FC Ufa in the hope of extending the gap between the two clubs in the table. With just one point separating the duo in sixth and seventh respectively, it could well be a close encounter at the Orkrytite Arena, with the emphasis undoubtedly on the home side to take the game to their opponents
Russian Premier League – Otkrytiye Arena, Moscow – Sunday 5th November – 16:00 UK Time
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Draw Best Odd of: 3 at Skybet |
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Two of Russia’s in form teams meet in Moscow on Sunday afternoon, with both Spartak and FC Ufa going into the clash unbeaten in their last five Premier League matches. The duo have both won just five matches so far this season, with Spartak boss Massimo Carrera under increasing pressure to start delivering results in his first full season in charge. Despite the title appearing to be a long way off for the home side, a win would put them right back in the mix for a European qualifying spot.
Spartak Moscow Team News & Form
Spartak come into this match off the back of an entertaining 2-2 draw with FC Rostov, leaving them ten points behind league leaders and rivals Lokomotiv Moscow. Midfielders Fernando and Denis Glushakov both scored in that match, with the likes of Luiz Adriano and Quincy Promes both hoping to return to the scoresheet, with the Brazilian’s last goal coming back in September. Spartak are however among the leading scorers in the league, with their defensive record letting them down.
FC Ufa Team News & Form
FC Ufa recorded a 2-1 win over Rubin Kazan on Monday evening, with Ondrej Vanek scoring a late winner for the home side. Manager Sergei Semak will be more than aware that his team must improve if they are to get anything from the game on Sunday however, with Ufa hoping to extend their unbeaten run in the league to six matches. However, as one of the lowest scoring teams in the division, it could well be that their defence will have to be at their best once again.
Head to Head
The two teams have met a total of seven times over the years, with FC Ufa having surprisingly had the better of their opponents with three wins and two draws to their name. However, with Spartak having also won twice themselves, including a 3-1 away victory last season, they are set to be more than a match for the visitors this time around.
Betting Odds and Predictions
Given their home advantage and unbeaten run, it comes as little surprise that it is Spartak Moscow who are the favourites for victory with the majority of online bookmakers. The home side can be backed at best odds of 4/11 with Ladbrokes, with the same platform offer the visitors odds of 8. Elsewhere, betting on both teams to score is worth considering, with odds of 1/2 available at Ladbrokes.
Top Betting Tip
However, our top betting tip for the match is to bet on there being over 2.5 goals during the game, which can be found at best odds of 3/4 at Ladbrokes.