Match Preview
In the upcoming Youth League fixture, Sochi U19 will host Lokomotiv Moskva U19 at the Olimpiyskiy Stadion Fisht. Sochi enters this match struggling for form, having managed just two draws in their last five outings, while Lokomotiv is on a positive trajectory with three wins in their last five matches. This contrast in form could play a significant role in the outcome of the game, as Lokomotiv looks to capitalise on their momentum.
Historically, the head-to-head record favours Lokomotiv, who have won four of the last ten encounters, while Sochi has secured five victories. However, the home advantage could provide Sochi with a crucial boost, especially considering their need to turn around a disappointing stretch. With both teams showing vulnerability in defence—evidenced by the fact that three of their last ten meetings ended with both teams scoring—there's potential for an exciting match. Expect a closely contested affair, but Lokomotiv's current form may give them the edge they need to secure a vital away win.