Spartak Moscow — Krylia Sovetov : Match Preview and Prediction for September 21,2025

Impact of Coaching Changes

Stankovic has been handed a one-month suspension, meaning Sakic will take the reins of the team. Interestingly, under Sakic’s temporary leadership, Spartak has yet to suffer a defeat in regular time. This raises questions about Stankovic’s long-term future with the club.

Squad Potential and Performance

On paper, the home side boasts an excellent squad by standards. However, if players appear confused on the pitch, lacking a clear understanding of their tactical roles and seemingly regressing, the necessity of a head coach becomes questionable. It’s plausible that Spartak might scrape by with narrow victories against Krylia Sovetov and Nizhny Novgorod, perhaps benefiting from a stroke of luck or a penalty call, which could temporarily pacify their supporters.

Current Form and Key Absences

The team’s performance remains unconvincing. Baffling substitutions and the absence of key players like Marquinhos, Barco, and Martins significantly weaken Spartak. This vulnerability was evident in their recent match against Rostov. While the cup group stage often resembles friendly games, Spartak not only failed to secure any points but also deployed half of their first-team regulars in that uninspiring performance.

Krylia Sovetov’s Recent Resurgence

Following a devastating 0-6 loss to Krasnodar, the visitors have shown signs of a gradual recovery. A spirited draw against Lokomotiv, a victory over Sochi, and now a narrow defeat to the same “bulls” indicate that their situation is not entirely hopeless. Potential drawbacks include the injury absence of Vadim Rakov and ongoing defensive issues. However, these challenges do not appear to be overly critical.

Defensive Record and Historical Matchups

Krylia Sovetov has conceded only one goal more than their opponents in the league. Their only significant setbacks this season have come against the reigning champions and Akhmat. Historically, their head-to-head encounters against Spartak in Moscow have been particularly unfavorable for the Samara side. Nevertheless, it’s worth questioning whether past results should heavily influence current expectations, given the teams’ current form.