Rostov FK vs Zenit St. Petersburg: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 May

Rostov FK

W D D L L

8th place in Russia Premier League

0-1

18/05/2025 12:00

Zenit St. Petersburg

W D W W W

2nd place in Russia Premier League

Russia Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Rostov FK vs Zenit St. Petersburg on 18 May 2025 (kick-off: 12:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Rostov FK vs Zenit St. Petersburg preview before placing your bet.

Rostov FK are currently 8th with 39 points after 30 matches.
Zenit St. Petersburg sit 2nd with 66 points from 30 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Zenit St. Petersburg to win with probability 59%.
Head-to-head history favors Zenit St. Petersburg, who have won 5 of the last 6 meetings. Rostov FK have no wins, while one match ended in a draw.

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

12:00

2025-05-18

Rostov FK vs Zenit St. Petersburg - Prediction & Odds

Rostov FK

Zenit St. Petersburg

2025-05-18 12:00

STANDINGS UP TO 18/05/2025

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

01 FC Krasnodar	67	30	20	7	3	59	23	36
02 Zenit St. Petersburg	66	30	20	6	4	58	18	40
03 CSKA Moscow	59	30	17	8	5	47	21	26
04 Spartak Moscow	57	30	17	6	7	56	25	31
05 Dynamo Moscow	56	30	16	8	6	61	35	26
06 Lokomotiv Moscow	53	30	15	8	7	51	41	10
07 Rubin Kazan	45	30	13	6	11	42	45	-3
08 Rostov FK	39	30	10	9	11	41	43	-2
09 Akron Togliatti	35	30	10	5	15	39	55	-16
10 Krylya Sovetov	31	30	8	7	15	36	51	-15
11 FK Makhachkala	29	30	6	11	13	27	35	-8
12 Khimki	29	30	6	11	13	35	56	-21
13 FK Nizhny Novgorod	27	30	7	6	17	27	54	-27
14 Terek Grozny	25	30	4	13	13	27	48	-21
15 Gazovik Orenburg	19	30	4	7	19	28	56	-28
16 Fakel	18	30	2	12	16	14	42	-28

Head To Head

16/04/2025 11:00

Zenit St. Petersburg

2 - 0

Rostov FK

RUS Cup

12/03/2025 11:15

Rostov FK

0 - 1

Zenit St. Petersburg

RUS Cup

07/02/2025 08:00

Rostov FK

1 - 2

Zenit St. Petersburg

INT CF

03/08/2024 10:30

Zenit St. Petersburg

5 - 0

Rostov FK

RUS PR

25/05/2024 09:30

Zenit St. Petersburg

2 - 1

Rostov FK

RUS PR

29/07/2023 13:00

Rostov FK

1 - 1

Zenit St. Petersburg

RUS PR

Rostov FK

Draw

17%

Zenit St. Petersburg

83%

Rostov FK Last 6 matches

04/05/2025 12:30

Khimki 1 - 1 Rostov FK RUS PR

30/04/2025 11:00

Lokomotiv Moscow 0 - 2 Rostov FK RUS Cup

26/04/2025 09:30

Rostov FK 1 - 1 Lokomotiv Moscow RUS PR

20/04/2025 07:00

Fakel 0 - 2 Rostov FK RUS PR

16/04/2025 11:00

Zenit St. Petersburg 2 - 0 Rostov FK RUS Cup

12/04/2025 12:30

Terek Grozny 2 - 1 Rostov FK RUS PR

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Zenit St. Petersburg

10/05/2025 10:00

FK Makhachkala 0 - 1 Zenit St. Petersburg RUS PR

04/05/2025 12:30

Zenit St. Petersburg 2 - 1 FK Nizhny Novgorod RUS PR

30/04/2025 13:30

Zenit St. Petersburg 2 - 0 CSKA Moscow RUS Cup

26/04/2025 07:00

Dynamo Moscow 1 - 1 Zenit St. Petersburg RUS PR

20/04/2025 09:30

Zenit St. Petersburg 1 - 0 Khimki RUS PR

16/04/2025 11:00

Zenit St. Petersburg 2 - 0 Rostov FK RUS Cup

Win

83%

Draw

17%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Russia Premier League

Played games

Rostov FK

Zenit St. Petersburg

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.37

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.43

Scored

Avg. per game

1.93

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.60

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 30 matches

YesNo

20 (67%)10 (33%)

In last 30 matches

NoYes

27 (90%)3 (10%)

Rostov FK

Recent matches

Zenit St. Petersburg

Under /Over

(83%)25 5(17%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(70%)21 9(30%)

Under /Over

(37%)11 19(63%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(37%)11 19(63%)

Under /Over

(50%)15 15(50%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(40%)12 18(60%)

/Yes

(60%)18 12(40%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(40%)12 18(60%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Rostov FK

Zenit St. Petersburg

Shots

Rostov FK

Total shots

14.00 avg / game

Blocked

89 total

Avg. 3.56

Zenit St. Petersburg

Total shots

15.23 avg / game

Blocked

86 total

Avg. 4.10

Rostov FK Pass Zenit St. Petersburg

Total passes

11160

Avg. 385 / game

Accurate

73%

Ball possession

51%

Total passes

15667

Avg. 522 / game

Accurate

86%

Ball possession

61%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Rostov FK

Played games

Zenit St. Petersburg

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.13

Clean sheets

0.57

4.73

142

Corners

186

6.20

16.80

504

Throw-ins

502

16.73

1.63

Offsides

1.67

3.43

103

GK saves

3.10

Rostov FK

DISCIPLINARY

Zenit St. Petersburg

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.93

1.50

0.07

0.10

12.53

376

Fouls

281

9.37

13.10

393

Tackles

424

14.13

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Rostov FK vs Zenit St. Petersburg Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Rostov FK vs Zenit St. Petersburg on 18 May 2025 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.

Rostov FK vs Zenit St. Petersburg Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Rostov FK's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Zenit St. Petersburg'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 Rostov FK and Zenit St. Petersburg sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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