This weekend in the Russian Premier League promises to be an eventful one, as key fixtures unfold from 19 August to 26 August 2025. The action kicks off on Friday, 22 August, when Rubin Kazan hosts Spartak Moskva at 15:00. Spartak, currently in the upper echelons of the table, will look to maintain their title challenge against a Rubin side battling to secure their top-flight status.
Later on Friday, Orenburg will face Akhmat Grozny at 16:00. Both teams are in the lower half of the table, making this clash crucial for points as they strive to avoid relegation. Orenburg, in particular, will be eager to capitalize on home advantage to boost their survival hopes.
On Saturday, the spotlight turns to Zenit, who take on Dynamo Makhachkala at 14:15. Zenit, perennial title contenders, will aim to solidify their top position against a struggling Dynamo side. Following this, Lokomotiv Moskva faces Rostov at 16:30, with both teams looking to consolidate their mid-table positions.
Dinamo Moskva will encounter FK Nizjni Novgorod at 18:45, where the hosts will seek to maintain their push for European qualification amidst a tight league race.
Sunday’s fixtures include Krylya Sovetov vs Krasnodar at 13:00, a match that could heavily influence both teams’ fortunes at either end of the table. CSKA Moskva will host Akron at 15:30, with CSKA keen to keep their title aspirations alive. Finally, Sochi meets Baltika at 18:00, with Baltika desperate for points to escape the relegation zone.
As the season progresses, every match counts, making for an exciting weekend of Russian Premier League football.