2020-21 Russian Premier League – Spartak Moscow vs CSKA Moscow Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When is Spartak Moscow vs CSKA Moscow taking place? Sunday 25th April, 2021 – 14:30 (UK)
Where is Spartak Moscow vs CSKA Moscow taking place? Otkrytiye Arena, Moscow
Where can I get tickets for Spartak Moscow vs CSKA Moscow? Ticket information can be found on each club’s official website
What television channel is Spartak Moscow vs CSKA Moscow on? This match will not be televised live in the UK
Where can I stream Spartak Moscow vs CSKA Moscow? Russian Premier League matches are occasionally streamed on Bet365 while some matches are also streamed live on the official Russian Premier League Youtube channel
THE PREDICTION
A big Moscow derby is on the horizon as the two Russian sides battle for European places. Both these two sides have stuttered recently with Spartak Moscow currently sat in third-place despite having lost their last two league matches, whilst CSKA Moscow are coming off the back of a 2-1 defeat at the hands of Sochi. Victory here for CSKA would see them overtake their fierce rivals, however defeat could see them overtaken by Dinamo Zagreb in the table. With a lot on the line for both sides here in terms of both European qualification for next season and not least local pride, a cagey affair looks on the cards. The two are likely to prioritise avoiding defeat first and foremost, which may not lead to the most exciting of encounters from an attacking perspective with neither side taking any unnecessary risks offensively. Therefore, under 2.5 goals scored over 90 minutes should be favoured in this one.
