Makhachkala - Lokomotiv Moskva predictions

Most online bookmakers don’t put see Makhachkala winning as a likely outcome, and we tend to agree. In fact, they are the clear underdogs compared to Lokomotiv Moskva, which is made quite clear with the 3.52 odds offered for a home win result.

Lokomotiv Moskva will have to maintain the high level of focus against Makhachkala. They can’t afford any mistakes and errors if they plan to run away home with three points in the bag.

While Makhachkala’s previous loss will hurt their Premier League standings, it shouldn’t have affected their confidence too much. After all, they were fighting against overwhelming odds as visitors, so the narrow 1:0 loss against Rubin Kazan' isn’t exactly devastating.

Makhachkala’s previous away game against Akhmat Grozny was not terribly exciting, but the 1:1 draw can be seen as a minor success. Neither side managed to get ahead of their opponents in either half of the game, but Lokomotiv Moskva’s opponents were seen as the favourites at kick-off.

The last 3 times we saw Makhachkala play as the away team, they had serious issues stopping the ball from getting into their net, conceding more than 5 times. Hopefully, they’ll have better luck at home.

The away team’s defensive record is slipping. They’ve conceded more than 5 times in their previous 3 Premier League engagements. This, at least, points to this match as a decent choice for something like an Over 5 Goals bet.

Lokomotiv Moskva recorded a decisive victory over Makhachkala in the previous season. Although these results are somewhat outdated at this point, the 2+ goal lead at the end of the match is enough for the bookies to price an away win this Saturday at 2.17.

An exciting match is in store as both teams have their full lineups available due to no suspensions or injuries.

Though it’s a stretch, a Draw bet is likely the best option when it comes to betting on this match. With the odds at 3.27 with Pncl, it’s not exactly the safest of bets – but it’s quite strong when it comes to value.