Zenit vs FK Nizjni Novgorod - Premier League
Fixture Preview - 30 August 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Match Preview
Zenit St. Petersburg welcomes FK Nizjni Novgorod to Stade Pennaguer Bihan 1 on Saturday, August 30, for a Premier League clash that promises to be intriguing. Zenit comes into this match with a mixed bag of results, recording two wins, two draws, and a loss in their last five outings. Their home advantage is significant, as they have historically dominated this fixture, winning seven of the last ten encounters against Nizjni Novgorod. The statistics suggest a tendency for high-scoring matches, with seven of those ten meetings featuring over 2.5 goals. On the other hand, Nizjni Novgorod is struggling for form, having lost four of their last five matches. Their defensive frailties could be exposed against a Zenit side that has shown the ability to score, particularly at home. With Zenit's attacking prowess and Nizjni's defensive vulnerabilities, the likelihood of a high-scoring affair seems plausible. This match could be pivotal for both teams, as Zenit aims to solidify their position while Nizjni seeks to turn their fortunes around.
Prediction Strength
Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
Mini League Table
View full table →| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 |  Krasnodar | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 12 |
| 3 |  CSKA Moskva | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 11 |
| 4 |  Rubin Kazan | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 10 |
| 5 |  Zenit | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 9 |
| 6 |  Baltika | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 9 |
| 7 |  Krylya Sovetov | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 8 |
| 8 |  Dinamo Moskva | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 8 |
| 9 |  Spartak Moskva | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 8 |
| 10 |  Akhmat Grozny | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 7 |
| 11 |  Akron | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 6 |
| 12 |  Orenburg | 6 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 6 |
| 13 |  Dynamo Makhachkala | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| 14 |  Rostov | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 4 |
| 15 |  FK Nizjni Novgorod | 6 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 3 |
| 16 |  Sochi | 5 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 4, 2025 | Zenit | 2–1 | FK Nizjni Novgorod | Premier League |
| August 31, 2024 | FK Nizjni Novgorod | 0–3 | Zenit | Premier League |
| December 9, 2023 | Zenit | 1–0 | FK Nizjni Novgorod | Premier League |
| July 22, 2023 | FK Nizjni Novgorod | 0–2 | Zenit | Premier League |
| March 4, 2023 | Zenit | 3–0 | FK Nizjni Novgorod | Premier League |
| October 16, 2022 | FK Nizjni Novgorod | 0–3 | Zenit | Premier League |
| June 21, 2022 | Zenit | 2–1 | FK Nizjni Novgorod | Club Friendlies 3 |
| May 21, 2022 | FK Nizjni Novgorod | 1–0 | Zenit | Premier League |
| November 19, 2021 | Zenit | 5–1 | FK Nizjni Novgorod | Premier League |
| August 5, 2009 | Zenit | 2–1 | FK Nizjni Novgorod | Russian Cup |