Krylia Sovetov vs Fakel Predictions

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Krylia Sovetov

Krylia Sovetov

Full Time

1 - 2

AI predicted 2 - 1

Fakel

Fakel

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Saturday, 17 Oct 2026 at 15:00 GMT+4 (venue time) ยท 11:00 UTC (your time)๐Ÿ“ Solidarnost Samara Arena, Samara

Win Probability (1X2)

Krylia Sovetov 48%Draw 30%Fakel 22%

Best Value Pick

Over/Under 2.5: Over 2.5

@ 2.25(+10% edge)

Match Result

7.3/10

Fakel Edge Krylia Sovetov in Samara After Second-Half Surge

Fakel claimed a hard-fought 2-1 away victory over Krylia Sovetov at the Solidarnost Samara Arena, overcoming an early deficit with a resilient display. Despite Krylia Sovetov's dominance in possession and a barrage of 21 shots, the visitors made their chances count, striking first and then sealing the win with a decisive second-half goal. The match began with Fakel taking the lead in the 17th minute, but Krylia Sovetov responded swiftly, equalizing in the 25th minute to restore parity. The hosts continued to press, but Fakel's disciplined five-man defense and clinical finishing saw them regain the advantage in the 67th minute. Krylia Sovetov's attacking efforts were ultimately thwarted by Fakel's defensive organization and some robust challenges, as the away side held on for a valuable three points.

๐Ÿ’ช AI Prediction Report

DECENT HIT

Predicted

2 - 1

โšก

Actual

1 - 2

โŒResult
โœ…BTTS
โŒO/U 2.5
โŒScore

๐Ÿ’ฐ Bet Results1/2 hit

over_under_2_5 โ€” over@ 2.25
โœ…
1x2 โ€” draw@ 3.44
โŒ

Key Moments

17' โ€” Goal

B. Pusi put Fakel ahead against the run of play with a well-taken finish.

25' โ€” Goal

M. Kramariฤ equalized for Krylia Sovetov, capping a sustained spell of pressure.

67' โ€” Goal

Fakel regained the lead, capitalizing on a rare attack to make it 2-1.

Various' โ€” Yellow Cards

Both sides picked up bookings in a physical contest, with Fakel collecting three and Krylia Sovetov two.

Krylia Sovetov

Krylia Sovetov

6.5/10

Krylia Sovetov controlled proceedings for large stretches, enjoying 64% possession and registering 21 shots, 6 of which were on target. Their 4-2-3-1 setup allowed them to dominate midfield and pile pressure on Fakel's back line, particularly after falling behind early. However, despite their territorial advantage and attacking intent, they struggled to convert chances and were vulnerable to Fakel's counter-attacks. Defensively, Krylia Sovetov were occasionally caught out, conceding twice from just 4 shots on target by the visitors. Their efforts to chase the game in the second half left them exposed, and frustration crept in as Fakel's physical approach disrupted their rhythm, resulting in two yellow cards.

Key Players

M. Kramariฤ: Scored the equalizer in the 25th minute, leading the attacking line with energy.
Y. Gorshkov: Anchored the midfield, recycling possession and dictating play.

Strengths

Dominated possessionCreated numerous chancesMidfield control

Weaknesses

Lack of clinical finishingVulnerability to counter-attacksStruggled to break down deep defense
Fakel

Fakel

7.5/10

Fakel executed their game plan to perfection, soaking up pressure with a compact 5-3-2 formation and striking with precision. Despite seeing only 36% of the ball and conceding 21 shots, they made the most of their opportunities, scoring twice from 12 attempts. Their defensive discipline was complemented by a physical edge, as evidenced by 17 fouls and 3 yellow cards. The visitors' ability to absorb Krylia Sovetov's attacks and transition quickly proved decisive. Key interventions at the back and clinical finishing up front allowed them to weather the hosts' pressure and secure a valuable away win.

Key Players

B. Pusi: Opened the scoring in the 17th minute, providing a constant threat on the break.
Clayton: Led the defensive line with composure, making crucial clearances and blocks.

Strengths

Clinical finishingDefensive organizationEffective counter-attacks

Weaknesses

Low possessionHigh foul countRelied on deep defending

Tactical Analysis

Krylia Sovetov lined up in a 4-2-3-1, seeking to control the midfield and utilize the width provided by their full-backs. Their high possession and shot count reflected a proactive approach, but they struggled to break down Fakel's well-drilled five-man defense. Fakel's 5-3-2 formation allowed them to congest the central areas and absorb pressure, before springing forward on the counter. Substitutions and tactical tweaks saw Krylia Sovetov push more men forward in the latter stages, but this only served to open up spaces for Fakel to exploit. Set pieces and wide play offered some promise for the hosts, but Fakel's physicality and defensive discipline ultimately saw them through.

Turning Point

Fakel's second goal in the 67th minute, which restored their lead and forced Krylia Sovetov to chase the game.

Man of the Match

B. Pusi

Scored the crucial opening goal and was a constant outlet for Fakel's counter-attacks.

Krylia Sovetov vs Fakel: Match Preview

Krylia Sovetov enter this fixture sitting 10th, with a league-high 5 draws from 9 matches and a recent uptick in attacking output, having scored 8 in their last 4 league games. Fakel, rooted to the bottom with just 3 points and no wins, have lost all four away matches and are already at risk of being cut adrift. With both teams drawing frequently and Krylia's only home win coming against a bottom-half side, the pressure is on the hosts to convert dominance into points.

Statistically, Krylia's matches are among the league's most open, averaging 3.5 goals per home game, and their last five have produced 12 goals for and 7 against. Fakel's away games are less eventful (2.75 goals per game), but their defence remains porous (8 conceded in 4 on the road). Krylia average 4.4 shots on target in recent matches, nearly triple Fakel's 1.8, and both sides concede over 1.4 goals per game. First-half goals are less common for both, but Krylia have been stronger after the break, scoring 6 of their last 8 league goals in the second half.

The model projects a moderate-to-high goal environment, with Krylia's attack likely to break down Fakel's defence but their own back line vulnerable to a reply. The most probable outcome is a 2-1 home win, but the high draw rate and defensive issues on both sides keep the probabilities for BTTS and over 2.5 goals above the league average.

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Krylia Sovetov1.55

Expected goals ยท model says 1.55

Fakel1.00

Expected goals ยท model says 1.00

Win Probability
Krylia Sovetov 50% Draw 25% Fakel 24%

Over 2.5 Goals

47%

BTTS: Yes

50%

Likely Scores

1-0 ยท 1-1 ยท 2-0

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Krylia Sovetov vs Fakel Prediction Confidence at a Glance

How strongly the model leans on each market.

Match Result (1X2)
48%
30%
22%
Krylia Sovetov 48%Draw 30%Fakel 22%
Both Teams to Score
53%
47%
Yes 53%No 47%
Over/Under 2.5 Goals
49%
51%
Over 2.5 49%Under 2.5 51%
Corners (Over/Under 9.5)
60%
40%
Over 9.5 60%Under 9.5 40%

Stats Worth Knowing

The numbers behind Krylia Sovetov vs Fakel that most previews miss.

  • 1Krylia Sovetov's home matches average 3.5 total goals, highest among bottom-half teams.
  • 2Fakel have failed to win any of their last 10 away league matches, losing 8 and drawing 2.
  • 3Krylia have drawn 56% of their league games this season (5 of 9), the highest rate in the division.

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The Case For This Krylia Sovetov vs Fakel Prediction

This fixture matches a mid-table Krylia Sovetov side with a high draw rate against bottom club Fakel, whose away record is four losses from four. The statistical shape points to a moderate goal environment, with both sides averaging over 1.4 goals conceded per game and Krylia's home matches seeing 3.5 goals on average. Fakel's attack is blunt, but their defensive frailty and Krylia's recent scoring uptick suggest both teams can contribute. Krylia's attack has produced 2.4 goals per game over their last five in all competitions, while Fakel have managed just 0.8. Shot data shows Krylia generating nearly double the shots on target per game (4.4 vs 1.8), and their matches have seen BTTS in 4 of the last 5. Fakel's away defence has shipped 8 in 4, and their discipline is a concern with over 14 fouls per game recently. Set piece threat is limited on both sides, as neither averages more than 2 corners per game. The model expects Krylia's superior attacking output and home advantage to edge a match with a decent goal probability, but Fakel's desperation for points and Krylia's own defensive vulnerabilities keep the draw and BTTS probabilities significant. The likeliest outcome is a 2-1 home win, but the draw and over 2.5 both rate as value angles.

Key Factors at a Glance

Defence

  • โ†’Krylia Sovetov average 1.44 goals scored and 1.56 conceded per league game, with a 55.6% over 2.5 rate.
  • โ†’Fakel have lost all four away matches, scoring only 3 and conceding 8.

Match Context

  • โ†’Krylia's last five league matches have seen both teams score in 4 of 5.

๐Ÿšฉ Krylia Sovetov vs Fakel Corners Prediction

medium confidence
10.5expected total corners
Over 60%
Under 40%
Over 9.5Under 9.5

Our corners model projects roughly 6.5 corners for Krylia Sovetov and 4 for Fakel, for an expected total of 10.5. That makes the model lean Over 9.5 corners (60%). Over 8.5: 72% ยท Over 10.5: 48%.

How Krylia Sovetov and Fakel Are Arriving

Form, fitness and who's likely to start.

Krylia Sovetov vs Fakel Goalscorer Form

Goals scored in last 5 matches across all competitions. Rate = goals รท 5 games. XI badge shows player is in the expected starting lineup.

Krylia SovetovKrylia Sovetovlast 5 matches
Martin KramariฤXI
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

A. RahmanovicXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

FakelFakellast 5 matches
Clayton Sampaio PereiraXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

Matvey BardachevXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

M. Turishchevsub/out
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

A. BagamaevXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

Krylia Sovetov have found some attacking rhythm, unbeaten in their last five league matches (WDWDD) and averaging 2.4 goals scored per game in that stretch. Fakel, by contrast, remain winless in the league (LDLLD), with just three goals scored in four away games and a solitary point from their last five league outings.

Krylia Sovetov vs Fakel โ€” Last 10 Matches

Krylia SovetovKrylia SovetovLast 10 results
L1-2
D1-1
D1-1
W2-1
D2-2
D3-3
W3-0
L1-4
L0-2
D1-1
Lvs Fakel1-2
Dvs Spartak Moscow1-1
D@ Lokomotiv1-1
Wvs Rodina Moskva2-1
Dvs FC Krasnodar2-2
D@ Akhmat3-3
W@ Akron3-0
Lvs Dinamo Makhachkala1-4
Lvs Baltika0-2
D@ CSKA Moscow1-1

Strengths

  • +High-volume attack โ€” 16 shots/game
FakelFakelLast 10 results
W2-1
L0-5
L0-1
D2-2
L1-3
L0-1
D0-0
L0-1
D0-0
L2-3
W@ Krylia Sovetov2-1
Lvs Lokomotiv0-5
L@ Spartak Moscow0-1
Dvs Baltika2-2
L@ FC Rostov1-3
Lvs Zenit0-1
Dvs FC Orenburg0-0
L@ CSKA Moscow0-1
Dvs Akhmat0-0
L@ FC Krasnodar2-3

Strengths

  • +Solid recent form โ€” 3+ wins in last 5

What History Says: Krylia Sovetov vs Fakel

Krylia Sovetov have dominated recent head-to-heads, winning 6 of the last 10 meetings and unbeaten at home against Fakel in that span. The last three meetings in Samara have seen Krylia win twice to nil, with Fakel failing to score in 2 of those matches.

Krylia Sovetov vs Fakel Head-to-Head History

Last 10 meetings between these sides

6

Krylia Sovetov wins

2

Draws

2

Fakel wins

60%20% draws20%
17 Oct 26Krylia Sovetov vs Fakel1-2
24 May 25Fakel vs Krylia Sovetov1-1
11 Aug 24Krylia Sovetov vs Fakel2-0
25 Apr 24Fakel Voronezh vs Krylya Sovetov0-1
2 Sept 23Krylya Sovetov vs Fakel Voronezh3-0
28 May 23Fakel Voronezh vs Krylya Sovetov2-1

Where the Model Disagrees with the Odds: Krylia Sovetov vs Fakel

The model finds the best value on over 2.5 goals at 2.25, with a model probability of 0.49 versus an implied 0.44 (+10% edge), reflecting Krylia's high-scoring home profile. The draw at 3.40 also offers a small edge, given Krylia's league-high draw rate, but the margin is slim. No major value on the home win, as the market is already short on Krylia.

Odds from Marathonbet. Positive edge = our model gives a higher probability than the odds imply. EV = expected value per ยฃ1 staked.

1X2

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Krylia Sovetov Win1.9948.0%-2.3%
Draw3.4830.0%+1.3%
Fakel Win3.9822.0%-3.1%

Over/Under 2.5

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Over 2.52.0649.0%+0.5%
Under 2.51.7751.0%-5.5%

Both Teams Score

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Yes1.8453.0%-1.3%
No1.8647.0%-6.8%

Best Value Markets Found by the Model

1X2: Draw @ 3.48EV +0.044
Over/Under 2.5: Over 2.5 @ 2.06EV +0.009

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Things to Watch: Krylia Sovetov vs Fakel

  • โš ๏ธKrylia Sovetov's home defence has allowed 9 goals in 4 home league games.
  • โš ๏ธFakel's attack is the league's weakest by season average (0.67 goals/game), limiting their upside.
  • โš ๏ธNo significant injuries reported, but lineups for this match are unavailable at time of analysis.

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Final Verdict

Krylia Sovetov 2โ€“1 Fakel

The model calls a 2-1 win for Krylia Sovetov, with the strongest data point being Fakel's 0.67 goals per game and 0/4 away record. The main risk is Krylia's own defensive record at home, which leaves the door open for a high-scoring draw if Fakel can capitalise on set pieces or defensive lapses.

Krylia Sovetov vs Fakel: Common Questions

Who will win Krylia Sovetov vs Fakel?

Krylia Sovetov are favoured with a 48% probability of victory, compared to 22% for Fakel and a 30% chance of a draw. The hosts' superior attacking output and Fakel's winless away record tilt the balance toward Krylia.

Will there be over or under 2.5 goals in Krylia Sovetov vs Fakel?

The model rates over 2.5 goals at 49% and under at 51%, reflecting Krylia's high-scoring home matches (55.6% over 2.5) and Fakel's defensive frailty. This is slightly above the league average for over 2.5 goals.

Are both teams likely to score in Krylia Sovetov vs Fakel?

Both teams to score is rated at 53%, with Krylia's last five league games seeing BTTS in 4 of 5 and both sides conceding over 1.4 goals per game. Fakel's weak attack tempers the probability, but Krylia's defensive record keeps BTTS in play.

How This Prediction Was Made

The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for Krylia Sovetov vs Fakel: recent results and scoring data for both sides, home/away splits, the head-to-head record, current league standings, known injuries and live bookmaker odds, all sourced from the API-Football data feed.

This fixture was routed to The Numbers Desk, the statistical baseline โ€” season-long rates, splits and distributions. An AI model running that profile analyses the pack and produces the probabilities, predicted score and written analysis shown above. Nothing is edited by hand, and no information outside the data pack is used.

Last updated: 10 October 2026 (refreshed automatically as new team data arrives). Every prediction is scored against the real result once the match finishes โ€” see the verified track record or read the full methodology. Football is inherently uncertain: treat this page as analysis, not advice.

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