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Spartak Moscow vs Rubin

11 May 2026 at 15:30Lukoil Arena, Moscow
21
Away

Rubin

Referee: I. Abrosimov

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.

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.

Shots on Goal
6
2
Shots Off Goal
7
3
Total Shots
15
9
Blocked Shots
2
4
Shots inside the Box
12
7
Shots outside the Box
3
2
Fouls
16
10
Corner Kicks
6
3
Offsides
4
0
Ball Possession
66%
34%
Yellow Cards
2
5
Red Cards
0
0
Goalkeeper Saves
1
4
Total Passes
622
319
Accurate Passes
539
237
Pass Accuracy
87%
74%
Expected Goals (xG)
0
0
Goals Prevented (xGP)
0
0

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.

Spartak Moscow4-2-3-13-4-3Rubin
GKDEFMIDFWD
98Maksime.97Denisov3Wooh4Djiku47Zobnin68Litvinov18Umyarov7Solari5Barco10Marquin.9Ugalde38Staver3Maldona.5Vujacic2Teslenko12Arroyo7Saavedra22Hodza4Nizhego.11Gripshi10Daku23Bezrukov

Substitutes

Coach: Juan Carcedo

Substitutes

Coach: Franc Artiga

Spartak MoscowPosition StrengthRubin
6.89
Avg Rating
6.86
6.73Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.97
0G 0A0G 0A
6.77Defender (4 v 3)6.86
4G 1A1G 0A
7.05Midfielder (5 v 4)6.84
22G 20A5G 1A
6.71Forward (1 v 3)6.86
5G 3A12G 4A
Spartak Moscow4-2-3-1
98GoalkeeperA. Maksimenko6.7
97DefenderD. Denisov6.7
3DefenderC. Wooh6.82G
4DefenderA. Djiku6.7
47DefenderR. Zobnin6.82G1A
68MidfielderR. Litvinov7.01G3A
18MidfielderN. Umyarov7.03A
7MidfielderP. Solari7.08G1A
5MidfielderE. Barco7.48G7A
10MidfielderMarquinhos6.85G6A
9ForwardM. Ugalde6.75G3A
Rubin3-4-3
38GoalkeeperE. Staver7.0
3DefenderD. Maldonado6.9
5DefenderI. Vujacic6.81G
2DefenderE. Teslenko6.9
12MidfielderA. Arroyo7.01G1A
7MidfielderI. Saavedra6.7
22MidfielderV. Hodza6.83G
4MidfielderK. Nizhegorodov6.91G
11ForwardN. Gripshi7.21G3A
10ForwardM. Daku6.810G
23ForwardR. Bezrukov6.71G1A

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.

Drawn
5
·
3
wins
Total goals
42 · 2.3/match
Both scored
10/18 · 56%
Over 2.5
7/18 · 39%

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Recent Form

WWonDDrawnLLost

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

Predicted winnerSpartak Moscow

Spartak Moscow

45%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

Rubin

10%

Away win

Statistical tip

Double chance: Spartak Moscow or draw, plus under 3.5 goals

44%Form56%
73%Attack27%
13%Defence88%
73%Goals27%
80%Head-to-head20%
57.5%Overall42.7%

Injuries & Suspensions

Spartak Moscow

  • DoubtfulS. Babic
  • DoubtfulS. Babic

Rubin

  • DoubtfulU. Iwu
  • DoubtfulI. Rozhkov
  • DoubtfulA. Shvets
  • DoubtfulU. Iwu
  • DoubtfulI. Rozhkov
  • DoubtfulA. Shvets

Bookmaker Odds

5 bookmakers

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