Fakel - Krylya Sovetov predictions

Fakel have a big mountain to climb. The task ahead is difficult but not impossible but with 2.58 slapped on home win in this match, this one is for the risk-takers.

Krylya Sovetov are coming into this match as underdogs, though the difference is not overwhelming. Even so, they’re not all that likely to win. An Away Win bet is priced at 2.84 with top online bookies, which could bring a decent profit.

The host are coming off from an away match which could have easily gotten them a surprising victory despite the unfavourable odds (4.12). Their first-half lead ended up being a huge point however and they won’t be too disappointed heading into the Saturday clash.

Krylya Sovetov were the underdogs in their previous Premier League match, but the $RESULT outcome was still below most expectations. Despite a home-field advantage they fell behind quite quickly and were unable to recover, ultimately losing the bout $RESULT.

Records show that the last two times Fakel played as the home team, the matches ended with 1 or fewer goals between them and the opposition. This marks them as interesting for bets like Under 5 Goals – especially now, when they’re playing at Central'nyi Stadion Profsoyuzov.

Krylya Sovetov’s defence seems to be their most prominent weakness at the moment. Having allowed 10 goals in their previous 3 games, it might be a good time to look at Over 3.5 Goals betting markets when it comes to their next match.

The last time we saw these two squads play against each other was earlier in this Premier League season. Fakel narrowly lost. With the home-field advantage on their side this time, however, most bookies see them as the favourites.

Saturday's matchup will see both teams at full strength, free of injuries and suspensions.

An Under 2.5 Goals bet is an easy tip to offer – it’s a fairly probable outcome with betting odds priced at a comfortable 1. More importantly, though, the betting value it offers is surprisingly solid.