Lokomotiv Moscow vs Fakel: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 20 May

Lokomotiv Moscow

W W D W W

8th place in Russia Premier League

1-0

20/05/2023 07:00

Fakel

W W W L W

14th place in Russia Premier League

Russia Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Lokomotiv Moscow vs Fakel on 20 May 2023 (kick-off: 07:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Lokomotiv Moscow vs Fakel preview before placing your bet.

Lokomotiv Moscow are currently 8th with 45 points after 30 matches.
Fakel sit 14th with 30 points from 30 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Lokomotiv Moscow to win with probability 51%.
Head-to-head history is evenly balanced: Lokomotiv Moscow and Fakel have each won 1 of the last 2 meetings, while 0 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

07:00

2023-05-20

Lokomotiv Moscow vs Fakel - Prediction & Odds

Lokomotiv Moscow

Fakel

2023-05-20 07:00

STANDINGS UP TO 20/05/2023

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Zenit St. Petersburg	70	30	21	7	2	74	20	54
02 CSKA Moscow	58	30	17	7	6	56	27	29
03 Spartak Moscow	54	30	15	9	6	60	38	22
04 Rostov FK	53	30	15	8	7	48	44	4
05 Terek Grozny	50	30	15	5	10	51	39	12
06 FC Krasnodar	48	30	13	9	8	62	46	16
07 Gazovik Orenburg	46	30	14	4	12	58	55	3
08 Lokomotiv Moscow	45	30	13	6	11	54	46	8
09 Dynamo Moscow	45	30	13	6	11	49	45	4
10 FK Sochi	38	30	11	5	14	37	54	-17
11 Ural Sverdlovsk Oblast	36	30	10	6	14	33	45	-12
12 Krylya Sovetov	32	30	8	8	14	32	45	-13
13 FK Nizhny Novgorod	31	30	8	7	15	34	48	-14
14 Fakel	30	30	6	12	12	36	48	-12
15 Khimki	18	30	4	6	20	25	67	-42
16 Torpedo Moscow	11	30	2	5	23	20	62	-42

Head To Head

11/09/2022 08:00

Fakel

2 - 0

Lokomotiv Moscow

RUS PR

03/07/2022 09:30

Lokomotiv Moscow

4 - 2

Fakel

INT CF

Lokomotiv Moscow

50%

Draw

Fakel

50%

Lokomotiv Moscow Last 6 matches

14/05/2023 07:00

Krylya Sovetov 1 - 1 Lokomotiv Moscow RUS PR

08/05/2023 10:00

Lokomotiv Moscow 3 - 0 FK Sochi RUS PR

30/04/2023 11:59

Lokomotiv Moscow 5 - 1 Khimki RUS PR

23/04/2023 12:30

CSKA Moscow 1 - 1 Lokomotiv Moscow RUS PR

16/04/2023 07:00

Gazovik Orenburg 1 - 4 Lokomotiv Moscow RUS PR

09/04/2023 13:00

Lokomotiv Moscow 1 - 2 Zenit St. Petersburg RUS PR

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Fakel

14/05/2023 11:59

Fakel 1 - 0 FK Nizhny Novgorod RUS PR

06/05/2023 11:59

Rostov FK 0 - 2 Fakel RUS PR

28/04/2023 13:00

Dynamo Moscow 0 - 2 Fakel RUS PR

22/04/2023 09:30

Fakel 1 - 3 Gazovik Orenburg RUS PR

16/04/2023 09:30

Fakel 1 - 1 Terek Grozny RUS PR

08/04/2023 07:00

Torpedo Moscow 2 - 0 Fakel RUS PR

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Russia Premier League

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Lokomotiv Moscow

Fakel

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.07

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.90

Scored

Avg. per game

0.66

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.84

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 30 matches

YesNo

20 (67%)10 (33%)

In last 30 matches

NoYes

15 (47%)17 (53%)

Lokomotiv Moscow

Recent matches

Fakel

Under /Over

(83%)25 5(17%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(81%)26 6(19%)

Under /Over

(43%)13 17(57%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(34%)11 21(66%)

Under /Over

(50%)15 15(50%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(38%)12 20(62%)

/Yes

(60%)18 12(40%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(56%)18 14(44%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Lokomotiv Moscow

Fakel

Shots

Lokomotiv Moscow

Total shots

12.53 avg / game

Blocked

99 total

Avg. 3.30

Fakel

Total shots

11.47 avg / game

Blocked

74 total

Avg. 2.39

Lokomotiv Moscow Pass Fakel

Total passes

12343

Avg. 411 / game

Accurate

74%

Ball possession

50%

Total passes

9556

Avg. 299 / game

Accurate

63%

Ball possession

42%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Lokomotiv Moscow

Played games

Fakel

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.20

Clean sheets

0.28

4.23

127

Corners

124

3.88

21.17

635

Throw-ins

648

20.25

1.57

Offsides

1.72

3.90

117

GK saves

2.81

Lokomotiv Moscow

DISCIPLINARY

Fakel

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.67

2.50

0.27

0.09

11.70

351

Fouls

433

13.53

17.43

523

Tackles

575

17.97

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Lokomotiv Moscow vs Fakel Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Lokomotiv Moscow vs Fakel on 20 May 2023 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Russia Premier League fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Lokomotiv Moscow vs Fakel Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Lokomotiv Moscow's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Fakel's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Russia Premier League Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Russia Premier League standings and the Russia Premier League form table to understand exactly where Lokomotiv Moscow and Fakel sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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