The Matchday 5 clash of the FONBET Russian Cup 2025/26 between Krasnodar and Dynamo Moscow will take place on September 30 at the Ozon Arena. Krasnodar vs. Dynamo Moscow: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Krasnodar
Murad Musayev's team secured an away victory against Krylia Sovetov (2-1) in the last round. This marks the team's third consecutive win in the Russian Cup, with Krasnodar scoring at least two goals in each of these games. Furthermore, Krasnodar's scoring streak in this tournament now extends to seven matches. The club leads Group B, and a win in the upcoming game will guarantee them a spot in the RPL path playoffs.
- Krasnodar has conceded in 8 of their last 9 Russian Cup matches.
- At home in this tournament, the team has a six-match uncompromising streak (3 wins, 3 losses).
- In 8 of their last 9 home games in the Russian Cup, Krasnodar has not scored more than one goal.
Predicted lineup for Krasnodar (4-3-3)
Stanislav Agkatsev – Valentin Paltsev, Artem Khmarin, Vitaliy Stezhko, Jubal – Nikita Krivtsov, Kevin Lenini, Danila Kozlov – John Cordoba, Joao Bachi, Gaetan Perrin.
Midfielder Alexander Chernikov and forwards Moses Kobnan, Gustavo Furtado are injured. Midfielder Nikita Krivtsov is suspended.
Dynamo Moscow
The Moscow club thrashed Sochi 4-0 away in the last round. Valery Karpin's team has lost only once in regular time in the Russian Cup 2025/26 (2 wins, 1 draw). With 7 points, Dynamo occupies second place in Group B, and a victory in the upcoming match will secure at least the third spot for them. However, the team has not been able to win against Krasnodar in 6 official head-to-head matches (1 draw, 5 losses).
- At least three goals have been scored in 12 of Dynamo's last 15 Russian Cup matches.
- Away from home, the club has not lost in regular time in 5 of their last 7 matches in this tournament (3 wins, 2 draws).
- In 6 of their last 7 away games in the Russian Cup, Dynamo has scored against their opponents.
Predicted lineup for Dynamo Moscow (4-5-1)
Kurban Rasulov – Dmitry Skopintsev, Roberto Fernandez, Alexander Kutitsky, Nicolas Marichal – Mumi Ngamaleu, El Mehdi Maukhib, Anton Miranchuk, Daniil Fomin, Danil Glebov – Konstantin Tyukavin.
Injured for the team are defender Milan Majstorovic, forward Artur Gomes, and midfielder Luis Chavez. Forward Yaroslav Gladyshev has recovered from injury. Midfielder Viktor Okishor is suspended.
Referee
Anton Frolov (Russia)
Matches – 5 (Russian Cup, 2023/24 - 2025/26);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 15;
Average yellow cards per match – 3;
Red cards shown – 0;
Average fouls per match – 32;
Penalties – 20%.
Krasnodar vs. Dynamo Moscow: Match Prediction
Having long led the RPL standings, Krasnodar has lost the lead. In their last two league matches, Murad Musayev's side lost to Zenit and drew with Rostov. The team's psychological state might not be the best right now. They can try to improve their mood in the upcoming game, but Krasnodar has lost three consecutive home matches in the Russian Cup. Moreover, their next opponent seems to be finding form.
Dynamo is unbeaten in 4 official matches (3 wins, 1 draw), marking their longest unbeaten run this season. In the first round, the Moscow club suffered a heavy defeat to Krasnodar, and revenge could provide Valery Karpin's team with extra motivation. Although Dynamo has not beaten Krasnodar in their last 6 head-to-head encounters in the RPL and Russian Cup, only two of these defeats were by more than one goal.
My prediction: Dynamo Moscow with a handicap (+1)
