Premier League· Season 2025
Match Summary
Spartak Moscow defeated Rubin 2:1. The match was played in Premier League 2025. Goals were scored by C. Wooh 4′, P. Solari 60′, A. Jukic 90′. 7 yellow cards were shown. Spartak Moscow had 66% possession while Rubin held 34%. Spartak Moscow had 15 shots (6 on target) compared to 9 (2 on target) for Rubin. Spartak Moscow made 5 substitutions, Rubin made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Spartak Moscow and Rubin — 3 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.
assist: B. Jocic
Match Statistics
Spartak Moscow had 66% possession against Rubin's 34%. Spartak Moscow registered 15 shots (6 on target) while Rubin managed 9 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 6–3. Fouls committed: 16–10.
Lineups
Spartak Moscow lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Juan Carcedo, while Rubin deployed a 3-4-3 under Franc Artiga.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Spartak Moscow is 6.89, compared to 6.86 for Rubin. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Spartak Moscow's highest-rated starter is E. Barco (7.42), while Rubin's best-rated player is N. Gripshi (7.16).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Spartak Moscow have contributed 31 goals and 24 assists this season, led by P. Solari (8G). Rubin's starters account for 18 goals and 5 assists, spearheaded by M. Daku (10G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Spartak Moscow deploy 4 defenders rated 6.77 on average, against Rubin's 3-man backline averaging 6.86. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Spartak Moscow field 5 midfielders averaging 7.05, versus Rubin's 4 rated 6.84. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Spartak Moscow start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.71, compared to 3 for Rubin averaging 6.86. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 81% for Spartak Moscow and 69% for Rubin. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Spartak Moscow's starters have collected 45 yellow cards this season, compared to 40 for Rubin. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Spartak Moscow's starting XI is 25.8 (youngest: D. Denisov (23), oldest: A. Djiku (31)), while Rubin average 25.9 (youngest: V. Hodza (23), oldest: I. Vujacic (31)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Spartak Moscow's starters average 26 league appearances each, versus 20 for Rubin. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Juan Carcedo
Substitutes
Coach: Franc Artiga
Rivalry since 2016
Spartak Moscow vs Rubin Head to Head Results· 18
Spartak Moscow and Rubin have met 18 times — Spartak Moscow won 10, Rubin won 3, with 5 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2016. Spartak Moscow leads the head-to-head with 10 victories from 18 meetings. A combined 42 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.33 per match (28 for the home side, 14 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 10 matches (56%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 7 games (39%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–4 in 2023.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Spartak Moscow have recorded 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 defeats. Rubin show 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 loss from their last 6 outings.
Match Prediction
Statistical tip
Double chance: Spartak Moscow or draw, plus under 3.5 goals
Injuries & Suspensions
Spartak Moscow
- DoubtfulS. Babic
- DoubtfulS. Babic
Rubin
- DoubtfulU. Iwu
- DoubtfulI. Rozhkov
- DoubtfulA. Shvets
- DoubtfulU. Iwu
- DoubtfulI. Rozhkov
- DoubtfulA. Shvets
Bookmaker Odds
Best price
Spartak Moscow
1.60
1xBet
Draw
4.28
1xBet
Rubin
6.41
1xBet
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 17 May 2026