Sochi - Olimpiyets predictions

Sochi should not have bigger problems running away with three points in this match if they stick to their game plan. However, Olimpiyets can be a tough nut to crack and the home side need to be on top of their game.

The visitors would need to pull off quite a stunt in order to come out victorious. They are severely outmatched in this outing – the 4.51 away win odds alone should speak volumes.

Sochi are coming off from a Dinamo Moskva away defeat in the last round of the Premier League. It was a difficult game for them but it’s fair to say they managed to beat the odds in a way. Having been made overwhelming underdogs, they weren’t really expected to hold the terms level for the entire 45 minutes and go down with only a one-goal difference.

Olimpiyets entered their previous Premier League bout as the underdogs but managed to maintain a quiet stalemate throughout the match. Their home supporters weren’t exactly treated with excitement, but the draw is an overall success considering the vastly unfavourable betting odds.

Sochi have displayed rather inconsistent defensive play in their previous outings. Specifically, their previous 3 away games have been marked by more than 5 conceded goals. They may be at home this time, but such records usually highlight deeper issues than a home-field disadvantage.

Results and standings notwithstanding, Olimpiyets have run into some defensive issues in this stretch of the Premier League. In the past 3 matches, they allowed more than 5 goals to their opponents, which may be cause for concern for their supporters.

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

This will no doubt be an exciting match because both squads will be able to come out in full force. No players have been sidelined due to injury or suspension, and this goes for both sides.

An Over 3.5 Goals wager here can net you considerably better results than the Over 2.5 counterpart, and the probability of winning remains almost as strong. The 2.45 odds offered at 1xbet are great for value, too.