Lokomotiv Moscow — Krylia Sovetov : Match Preview and Prediction for August 31,2025

Lokomotiv’s Current Form and Attack Prowess

Lokomotiv Moscow, despite a slight dip in momentum after an impressive four-win start to their RPL season, firmly holds a top-three position. Mikhail Galaktionov’s squad boasts a formidable attack, featuring talents like Batrakov, Komlichenko, Rudenko, Bakaev, Pinyaev, and Vorobyev, ensuring a consistent threat upfront. However, defensive improvements remain a priority for the “Railwaymen”.

Recent Performances and Home Advantage

Recent results, including an entertaining 3-3 home draw against Rostov mid-week (with Batrakov contributing a goal and an assist) and a comfortable 2-0 cup victory over Akron with a rotated squad, suggest that Lokomotiv’s overall form is robust. Playing at home against Krylia Sovetov, the “Railwaymen” are expected to dictate play from the outset, especially given Krylia’s noticeable decline following their promising start to the season. Unfortunately, Pinyaev is currently unavailable to contribute to the team’s efforts.

Krylia Sovetov’s Decline in Form

Magomed Adiev’s Samara side initially enjoyed a solid start to the season, with Vadim Rakov notably producing some moments of brilliance upfront. However, as the season progresses into its second month, Krylia Sovetov’s performance has visibly started to wane. While it’s understandable that the team’s squad depth weakened during the offseason and a long-serving coach departed, the visitors need more than just the early-season fighting spirit to maintain their form.

Defensive Vulnerabilities and Recent Setbacks

Their recent form includes a crushing 0-6 defeat to Krasnodar in the RPL mid-week, marking their second consecutive league loss. Although they secured a penalty shootout victory over Dynamo in the cup (after a 0-0 draw in regular time), their attacking output has evidently decreased. Currently positioned 9th, the team’s defensive frailties are a concern, conceding an average of two goals per game over six rounds. This defensive vulnerability will make it exceedingly difficult for Krylia to contain Lokomotiv’s potent attack. While all players are reportedly fit, the visitors are clearly not operating at their peak performance level.