Match Preview
Dynamo Makhachkala will host Akron at the Anzhi-Arena in Kaspiysk on Friday, 8 August, in what promises to be a competitive fixture in the Premier League. Both teams have shown inconsistent form in their last five matches, with Dynamo managing two wins and three draws, while Akron has recorded a similar pattern with two draws and three losses. This match could be pivotal for both sides as they look to build momentum early in the season.
One interesting angle to consider is the head-to-head record, which favours Dynamo Makhachkala with three wins in the last ten encounters, compared to Akron's solitary victory. Additionally, four of those matches have seen both teams score, suggesting that defensive vulnerabilities may be exploited. Given the current form and home advantage, Dynamo will be keen to assert themselves, while Akron will aim to tighten their defence to avoid another defeat. The outcome could hinge on which team can better convert their chances and address their defensive frailties.
Rubin Kazan
Baltika
Krylya Sovetov
Akron
Zenit
Akhmat Grozny
Orenburg
Dinamo Moskva
Dynamo Makhachkala
Spartak Moskva
FK Nizjni Novgorod
Rostov