Match Overview and Betting Preview

The highly anticipated Matchday 14 fixture of the PARI First League (FNL) will see Rodina clash with SKA-Khabarovsk on October 11 at Arena Khimki. This detailed preview offers a unique match prediction, betting tips, comprehensive odds, and key statistics.

Rodina

Rodina’s Recent Form and League Position

Juan Diaz’s squad was held to a goalless draw by Chayka in their last outing, a result that snapped their impressive six-match streak without a draw in the league (5 wins, 1 loss). This marked only the third instance in the FNL 2025/26 season where the Moscow-based club failed to find the net. Despite this, Rodina boasts 19 successful shots so far, a tally surpassed by only three other teams. They currently sit in 7th place in the league standings.

Key Statistics for Rodina

• The team scored at least twice in 5 of their last 7 First League matches.
• At home, the Muscovites have won 9 of their last 12 league encounters (2 draws, 1 loss).
• In their last 5 home matches in this tournament, Rodina has conceded no more than one goal.

Rodina’s Probable Starting Lineup (4-5-1)

Team Formation and Key Players

Sergei Volkov – Mitya Krizan, Stanislav Bessmertny, Ilya Dyatlov, Artyom Meshchaninov – Leon Musaev, Ruslan Fishchenko, Astemir Gordyushenko, Iordi Reyna, Kirill Ushatov – Artyom Maksimenko.

SKA-Khabarovsk

SKA-Khabarovsk’s Recent Performance

The Far Easterners secured a convincing 3-1 victory over Shinnik at home in their previous fixture, marking their third consecutive win in the league. This extends their unbeaten run in the First League to four matches. Notably, this was the first time in the FNL 2025/26 season that Aleksey Poddubsky’s side scored more than two goals. However, it’s worth noting that Khabarovsk has conceded in 9 of their last 10 league games. The club has climbed to 8th place in the overall standings.

Key Statistics for SKA-Khabarovsk

• Both teams scored in 6 of SKA-Khabarovsk’s last 8 league games.
• Away from home, the team has failed to win in 5 of their last 7 matches in this tournament (1 draw, 4 losses).
• The club has conceded goals in 7 consecutive away matches in the FNL.

SKA-Khabarovsk’s Probable Starting Lineup (4-5-1)

Team Formation and Key Players

Aleksey Kuznetsov – Gleb Gurban, Aleksandr Mukhin, Egor Noskov, David Shavlokhov – Vasily Aleynikov, Jacobo Alcalde, Andrey Anisimov, Sadyg Bagiev, Jordi Thur – Dmitry Tsypchenko.

Match Official

Referee Statistics: Danil Kashirin

Danil Kashirin (Russia)

Matches – 7 (First League, 2025/26);

Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 30;

Average yellow cards per match – 4.3;

Red cards shown – 1;

Average fouls per match – 29;

Penalties awarded – 43%.

Match Prediction: Rodina vs SKA-Khabarovsk

Rodina’s Drive for Redemption

Rodina delivered a rather surprising result in the previous round, dropping points against a league outsider and even failing to score against them. I anticipate that Rodina will be eager to bounce back in the upcoming match. The capital club has been consistently strong at home, remaining unbeaten in 11 of their last 12 league matches (9 wins, 2 draws). Furthermore, they have scored in every single one of these home fixtures, finding the net at least twice on nine occasions.

SKA-Khabarovsk’s Away Struggles and Defensive Issues

SKA-Khabarovsk has improved their standing thanks to a four-match unbeaten streak, but it’s crucial to note that three of these games were played at home. On the road, Aleksey Poddubsky’s charges have struggled, failing to win in 5 of their last 7 FNL away fixtures (1 draw, 4 losses). Defensive frailties are a significant concern for the club; they have managed only two clean sheets in the current championship, and the Far Easterners have conceded in 7 consecutive away matches in this tournament.

Final Betting Recommendation

My unique prediction: “Rodina to win or draw and Total Goals Over 1.5”