Torpedo Moscow — Ural : Match Preview and Prediction for August 18,2025

Season Start Struggles

Ahead of this season, Torpedo Moscow was widely considered a strong contender. However, the capital club has had a disastrous start to the championship, leading to significant squad changes. Consequently, even in this upcoming match, the Muscovites are justifiably not seen as favorites.

Squad Changes and Performance

Last season, Torpedo finished second, yet failed to secure promotion to the Premier League. This outcome triggered a series of significant changes within the squad. Key players like Khosonov and Netfullin departed, and the new signings have raised considerable concerns. Bakic, for instance, has so far failed to impress. Early in the current season, Torpedo’s only somewhat coherent attacking display was against Chelyabinsk, where they managed to score two goals. Since then, they have gone three consecutive matches without finding the net.

Last Season’s Drama

In stark contrast, Ural delivered quite a spectacle last season. The team was involved in some truly remarkable, almost comedic, matches towards the end of the previous campaign. They ultimately secured a spot in the promotion play-offs, even defeating Akhmat at home. However, ultimately, Shatov’s side couldn’t hold their ground in the away leg, missing out on promotion.

New Signings and Current Form

Ural experienced several departures, with Miszkic leaving the club and Shcherbitsky failing to settle in. Nevertheless, the arrivals of Oparin, Kharin, and Prishchepa are generally considered positive additions. Akbashev, another new recruit, has already found the back of the net in their latest fixture. Consequently, Ural’s performance in the league has been highly convincing so far. The Ekaterinburg representatives have won all four of their matches. In their most recent game against Yenisey, Romashchenko’s team deservedly pressed on to overcome their opponent, who played a very defensive game at home.