The Matchday 20 clash in the Russian Premier League between Lokomotiv and Akhmat will take place on March 7 at the RZD Arena in Moscow. Lokomotiv vs. Akhmat: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Lokomotiv
Mikhail Galaktionov's team couldn't secure a win against Dynamo Makhachkala away in the last round (1-1). This marks the fourth consecutive match without a victory for the Moscow side in the league (2 draws, 2 losses), the longest winless streak for the team this season in the RPL. Additionally, the club has conceded ten goals over the last five Premier League matches. In the standings, Lokomotiv has gathered 36 points and remains in fourth place. Notably, Lokomotiv has collected 21 points in home matches this season, second only to Spartak (26).
- The club has won 9 of their last 11 home matches in the Premier League.
- At least three goals have been scored in 5 of the team's last 7 home league matches.
- The Moscow side has conceded in 5 of their last 7 home matches in the RPL.
Predicted lineup for Lokomotiv (4-4-2)
Ilya Lantratov – Maksim Nenakhov, Lucas Fasson, Cesar Montes, Alexander Silyanov – Ilya Samoshnikov, Danila Godyaev, Dmitry Barinov, Sergey Pinyaev – Alexey Batrakov, Timur Suleymanov.
Akhmat
In the last round, Sergei Tashuyev's side defeated Rubin at home with a score of 2-1. As a result, Akhmat secured their second consecutive league victory and their third overall this season in the RPL. Moreover, the team scored more than one goal for the first time in six previous Premier League matches. Akhmat has accumulated 16 points and climbed to 14th place in the standings. Notably, Akhmat has collected more points on the road in this season's championship (5) than only Orenburg (1).
- The team has not won in 8 of their last 9 away matches in the RPL (2 draws, 6 losses).
- The club has conceded at least two goals in each of their last five away league matches.
- Akhmat has failed to score in 6 of their last 9 away matches in the Premier League.
Predicted lineup for Akhmat (4-4-2)
Giorgi Shelia – Darko Todorovic, Nader Ghandri, Turpal-Ali Ibyshev, Arsen Adamov – Ismael Silva, Lechi Sadulaev, Daniil Utkin, Maxim Samorodov – Amin Talal, Georgy Melkadze.
Defender Miroslav Bogosavac and forward Bernard Berisha will miss the match due to injuries.
Referee
Ivan Abrosimov (Russia)
Matches – 5 (RPL, 2024/25);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 21;
Average yellow cards per match – 4.2;
Red cards shown – 0;
Average fouls per match – 23;
Penalties – 20%.
Lokomotiv vs. Akhmat: Match Prediction
Mikhail Galaktionov's side rarely struggles to secure maximum results at home. The home support helps Lokomotiv win regularly: in their last 11 home league matches, the team has achieved nine victories, including five clean sheets. Additionally, in last season's RPL head-to-head, the club was stronger than Akhmat at home (2-1).
Akhmat faces difficulties in away encounters – the team performs much better at home. In this season's championship, Akhmat has earned 11 points at home, while only five on the road. Furthermore, in their last six away Premier League matches, the club has lost five times, conceding 14 goals in this period.
I believe the hosts will take advantage of their home ground and achieve maximum results. My prediction: Lokomotiv to win
