As the 2025 Russian Premier League season approaches its third weekend, matchday fixtures from 12 August to 19 August promise to be pivotal for clubs at both ends of the table.
On Saturday, 16 August, Baltika will host Lokomotiv Moskva at 12:00, where the home side will be desperate to secure points to stave off relegation fears. Lokomotiv, currently in mid-table, will be seeking a solid away performance to push for a top-four finish.
The standout fixture of the weekend is undoubtedly Spartak Moskva versus Zenit, kicking off at 14:30. This clash features two of the league’s heavyweights, with Spartak looking to reclaim their position among the title challengers after a shaky start. Zenit, the defending champions, will aim to maintain their momentum and solidify their place at the top of the table. Both teams have shown attacking flair, making the over/2.5 goals market a potentially attractive betting option.
Later that day, Akhmat Grozny face Krylya Sovetov at 17:30, where a win could provide much-needed breathing space for the hosts in the relegation battle.
On Sunday, the action continues with Akron taking on Orenburg at 10:30, followed by Rubin Kazan against Rostov at 12:45. Both Rubin and Rostov are looking to climb the table and will view these fixtures as opportunities to secure vital points. The day’s crowning fixture is the Moscow derby between Dinamo and CSKA at 15:00, a match that could have significant implications for both teams’ title aspirations.
Finally, on Monday, FK Nizjni Novgorod will welcome Makhachkala at 17:00, as both teams look to escape the lower reaches of the table. This weekend promises excitement and crucial outcomes in the ongoing title race and relegation battles.