Match Overview

The 7th-round match of the MIR RPL between Akron and Baltika is scheduled for August 31 at the Solidarnost Samara Arena. This comprehensive preview delves into the Akon vs Baltika fixture, offering a detailed prediction, analysis of odds, and key statistics.

Akron’s Form and Performance

Akron suffered a 1-3 away defeat to CSKA in their previous match. The Tolyatti side has been unable to secure a victory in their last four league encounters (2 draws, 2 losses). However, Zaur Tedeev’s squad boasts an impressive 13-match scoring streak in the competition. For the 2025/26 RPL season, the club has already netted 9 goals, a tally unmatched by any other team in the bottom half of the league table, where Akron currently sits in 12th position. Furthermore, Akron ranks third in the league for average corners per game, with 5.5.

Key Akron Statistics

• The Tolyatti team scored no more than one goal in 7 of their last 8 RPL matches.
• At home, the team has failed to win in 5 of their last 7 Premier League matches (2 draws, 3 losses).
• Akron conceded goals in 6 of their previous 7 home championship games.

Akron’s Probable Starting XI (4-5-1)

Vitaly Gudiev – Roberto Fernandez, Ionut Nedelcearu, Marat Bokoev, Dmitry Pestryakov – Soltmurad Bakaev, Ifet Dakovac, Konstantin Maradishvili, Stefan Loncar, Aleksa Djurasovic – Artem Dzyuba.

Midfielder Khetag Khosonov and forward Benshimol are currently sidelined due to injuries.

Baltika’s Current Form

Following an impressive 2-0 away victory against Sochi in their last league outing, Baltika has extended their unbeaten run in the championship to six matches (3 wins, 3 draws). Notably, the Kaliningrad team kept a clean sheet for the first time in their last four Premier League fixtures. Despite this, Andrey Talalaev’s side has only conceded 5 goals this season, with only Krasnodar boasting a stronger defensive record (3 goals conceded). Baltika currently occupies 4th place in the league table and leads the competition in average fouls committed per game, with 20.

Baltika’s Statistical Highlights

• The Kaliningraders have scored in 14 consecutive RPL games.
• Away from home, the team has not won in 16 of their last 19 championship encounters (4 draws, 12 losses).
• In 11 of their last 14 away Premier League matches, Baltika conceded no more than one goal.

Baltika’s Probable Starting XI (4-5-1)

Maxim Borisko – Sergey Varatynov, Kevin Andrade, Natan Gassama, Mingiyan Beveev – Vladislav Saus, Yuri Kovalev, Ilya Petrov, Nikolay Titkov, Maxim Petrov – Bryan Hil.

Midfielder Andrey Mendel is currently injured.

Match Official

The referee for this match will be Yan Bobrovsky (Russia).

Referee Statistics

Matches officiated – 12 (RPL, 2024/25 – 2025/26); Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 64; Average yellow cards per match – 5.3; Red cards shown – 3; Average fouls per match – 29; Penalties awarded – 42%.

Akron vs Baltika Match Prediction

Akron’s Recent Performance Analysis

The Tolyatti side has suffered two consecutive defeats. While facing CSKA is a formidable challenge for any team, Zaur Tedeev’s charges admittedly underperformed against Orenburg. Prior to these losses, the club had been unbeaten for four matches in the championship. It’s worth noting that Akron’s home performance hasn’t been consistently strong, yet it’s rare for visiting teams to secure a convincing victory against them. Four of their last five home defeats have been by a minimal one-goal margin.

Baltika’s Unbeaten Streak Under Scrutiny

Baltika’s unbeaten streak is certainly impressive. However, without diminishing their achievements, it’s also true that circumstances have often favored the team. Dynamo has struggled at the start of the tournament, their victory over Spartak was achieved with an 11-on-9 advantage, and Sochi has been losing consistently. Furthermore, over the past two RPL seasons, Baltika has managed to win only 3 of their 19 away matches (4 draws, 12 losses).

Final Betting Pick

I believe the Tolyatti team will put up a strong fight against their opponents, and even if they concede defeat, it will be a respectable one. My prediction for this match is:  Akron with a (+1) Handicap  with odds of 1.40

Article Author

Author: Alexey Tarabrin