PFK Sochi vs FK Krasnodar, RFPL 2023-24 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
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PFK Sochi vs FK Krasnodar — RFPL at Fisht.
- PFK Sochi 30 games · 22 pts (2026/27)
- FK Krasnodar 30 games · 66 pts (2026/27)
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FK Zenit Sankt-Petersburg | 30 | 68 |
| 2 | FK Krasnodar | 30 | 66 |
| 3 | FK Lokomotiv Moskva | 30 | 53 |
| 4 | FK Spartak Moskva | 30 | 52 |
| 5 | PFC CSKA Moskva | 30 | 51 |
| 6 | FK Baltika Kaliningrad | 30 | 46 |
| 7 | FK Dinamo Moskva | 30 | 45 |
| 8 | FK Rubin Kazan | 30 | 43 |
| 9 | RFK Akhmat Grozny | 30 | 37 |
| 10 | FK Rostov | 30 | 33 |
| 11 | PFK Krylya Sovetov Samara | 30 | 32 |
| 12 | FK Orenburg | 30 | 29 |
| 13 | FK Akron Tolyatti | 30 | 27 |
| 14 | FK Dinamo Makhachkala | 30 | 26 |
| 15 | FK Nizhny Novgorod | 30 | 23 |
| 16 | PFK Sochi | 30 | 22 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 May | FK Krasnodar | H | 2–3 | L |
| 12 May | FK Nizhny Novgorod | H | 6–1 | W |
| 05 May | FK Dinamo Moskva | A | 2–3 | L |
| 29 Apr | FK Fakel Voronezh | H | 0–0 | D |
| 25 Apr | RFK Akhmat Grozny | A | 0–1 | L |
| 21 Apr | FK Ural | H | 2–2 | D |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 May | PFK Sochi | A | 3–2 | W |
| 11 May | FK Spartak Moskva | A | 0–1 | L |
| 04 May | RFK Akhmat Grozny | H | 0–1 | L |
| 29 Apr | PFK Krylya Sovetov Samara | A | 0–0 | D |
| 24 Apr | FK Baltika Kaliningrad | H | 3–2 | W |
| 19 Apr | FK Fakel Voronezh | H | 2–0 | W |
Season Stats
| PFK Sochi | FK Krasnodar | |
|---|---|---|
| #16 | Position | #2 |
| 22 | Points | 66 |
| 30 | Played | 30 |
| 6 / 4 / 20 | W / D / L | 20 / 6 / 4 |
| 29 | Scored | 60 |
| 60 | Conceded | 23 |
| -31 | GD | +37 |
| 0.73 | PPG | 2.20 |
| 20% | Win % | 67% |
Key Stats
55%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (11 games)
H2H (11 games)
64%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
PFK Sochi are 16th (22 pts). FK Krasnodar are 2nd (66 pts).
Events
Match Events
- 0' The game is set. FK Krasnodar kicks off things out of here…
- 5' The deadlock is broken! Nikita Krivtsov gets on the scoresheet on 5 minutes.
- 10' Although teams showed high tempo form the start, they seem to slow down a bit. Both sides really need to catch a fire. Otherwise, we have another goalless match.
- 15' PFK Sochi are deployed in a today, looking to exploit space against FK Krasnodar's shape.
- 20' PFK Sochi are enjoying more possession but struggling to find a way through a disciplined FK Krasnodar backline.
- 25' Joao Batxi has been disciplined this evening — perhaps mindful of those 0 cards already picked up this season.
- 30' FK Krasnodar have won 423 goals from 266 games. They will be desperate to add to that tally today.
- 35' FK Krasnodar are happy to let the opposition have the ball in their own half. The trap is set.
- 40' The tempo has dropped considerably in the last few minutes. Robert Moreno will be considering his options from the bench.
- 43' A goal from the Venezuela international Saul Guarirapa! He fires home on 43 to make it 1-1!
- 48' FK Krasnodar fans have not had much to celebrate tonight. Their side is struggling to get forward.
- 53' It looks surprising FK Krasnodar does not make any changes. Aleksandr Chernikov has some obvious troubles when approaching to the goal.
- 58' named a earlier, and opted for a in response. A fascinating tactical duel is developing.
- 63' Fresh legs for FK Krasnodar! Joao Batxi comes on to replace Nikita Krivtsov.
- 64' The FK Krasnodar bench stirs into life. Kevin Castano is withdrawn and Kevin gets his opportunity.
- 69' Nikita Burmistrov is replacing Aleksey Sutormin for the PFK Sochi side.
- 73' Saul Guarirapa adds to his 0 season tally! PFK Sochi lead 2-1 — and this changes everything.
- 78' The whistle greets Olakunle Olusegun as he departs to be replaced by Kady Borges.
- 79' The supporters are chanting for Aleksandr Ektov. He replaces Joao Victor on 79 minute.
- 81' It’s a booking for PFK Sochi player. Vanja Drkusic gets a card.
- 81' Dmitriy Chistyakov gets the nod from PFK Sochi. He replaces Vanja Drkusic and will look to change the dynamic.
- 83' Moses Cobnan is ready to make an impact after coming on for Aleksandr Chernikov at the 83 minute mark.
- 85' What composure from Eduard Spertsyan! The Armenia international strokes it home. 2-2.
- 90' Artem Makarchuk was booked on 90.
- The final score is 2-3.
Lineups
PFK Sochi Lineups
Starting XI
- 3
- –
- –
- 33
- 4
- 14
- –
- 17
- –
- –
- –
Bench
- 5
-
–
Sergio Cordova ↑ 69'
- 6
- 7
- 71
- 24
-
27
Kirill Zaika ↑ 69'
-
18
Nikita Burmistrov ↑ 69'
- 34
-
–
Dmitriy Chistyakov ↑ 81'
- 12
- 35
Coach
Robert Moreno
FK Krasnodar Lineups
Starting XI
- 9
- 4
- 3
- 15
-
–
Joao Victor ↓ Aleksandr Ektov 79'
- 39
- 8
- 10
-
88
Nikita Krivtsov ↓ Joao Batxi 63'
-
40
Olakunle Olusegun ↓ Kady Borges 78'
-
–
Kevin Castano ↓ Kevin 64'
Bench
- 1
-
23
Aleksandr Ektov ↑ 79'
- 14
-
19
Joao Batxi ↑ 63'
- 73
-
90
Moses Cobnan ↑ 83'
- 33
-
20
Kady Borges ↑ 78'
-
16
Kevin ↑ 64'
Coach
Murad Musaev
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Christian Noboa | 5 |
| Eduard Spertsyan | 3 |
| Nikita Krivtsov | 2 |
| Remy Cabella | 2 |
| Saul Guarirapa | 2 |
| Ivan Ignatjev | 2 |
| Andrei Mostovoi | 1 |
| Joao Batxi | 1 |
Head to Head
PFK Sochi Form
FK Krasnodar Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.08
PFK Sochi xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
2.44
FK Krasnodar xG
I would bet for:
Over 2.5 goals 67% + Both teams to score 60%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: FK Krasnodar win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 3.52
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 96% |
|
4% |
| ± 1.5 | 86% |
|
14% |
| ± 2.5 | 67% |
|
33% |
| ± 3.5 | 46% |
|
54% |
| ± 4.5 | 28% |
|
72% |
Double Chance
PFK Sochi or Draw
40%
Draw or FK Krasnodar
81%
PFK Sochi or FK Krasnodar
78%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Draw at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 2
9.2%
0 – 2
8.9%
1 – 1
8.6%
1 – 3
7.4%
0 – 3
7%
0 – 1
6.9%
2 – 2
4.9%
1 – 4
4.6%
0 – 0
4.3%
0 – 4
4.3%
2 – 1
4.1%
2 – 3
Actual
Asian Handicap — PFK Sochi
| Handicap | PFK Sochi covers | Push | FK Krasnodar covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 2% | — | 98% |
| -2 | 2% | 4% | 95% |
| -1.5 | 5% | — | 95% |
| -1 | 5% | 9% | 86% |
| -0.5 | 14% | — | 86% |
| +0.5 | 34% | — | 66% |
| +1 | 34% | 21% | 45% |
| +1.5 | 55% | — | 45% |
| +2 | 55% | 19% | 25% |
| +2.5 | 75% | — | 25% |
Clean Sheet
PFK Sochi keeps clean sheet
10%
✓
FK Krasnodar keeps clean sheet
35%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.