CSKA Moscow vs FC Rostov: Betarazi preview and prediction
The fixture
FC Rostov travel to face CSKA Moscow on Tuesday 21 April in the Premier League, with VEB Arena the venue – the ball rolls at 17:45 WAT. In the table, CSKA Moscow are 5th, upper half, on 26 points after 14 matches; FC Rostov are 6th (upper half) with 19.
Current form
CSKA Moscow, last 5: LWWLL Their latest outing: 0–1 defeat to FC Sochi, at home. In their own stadium the record reads 1 won, 2 lost from 3. Goals for and against: 1.8 scored, 2.2 conceded per game.
FC Rostov, last 5: LWLLL Their latest outing: 0–1 defeat to FC Sochi, at home. Away from home the record reads 1 won, 3 lost from 4. Scoring is the worry: just 0.7 goals a game.
Momentum favours CSKA Moscow, collecting 1.5 points per game to 0.5 for FC Rostov.
Head to head
When they last met (18 Feb 2026) it ended CSKA Moscow 3–1 FC Rostov.
Where the goals come from
Betarazi's ratings give CSKA Moscow 1.6 xG, FC Rostov 1.1 xG – a total near 2.7. Neither a goal-fest nor a stalemate: over 2.5 is 49%, GG 55%.
Markets worth a look
1X2 according to our numbers – CSKA Moscow 52%, draw 24%, FC Rostov 24%.
GG/NG: GG (55%) at 1.78.
Our call before kick-off
Our pre-match call was Over 1.5 goals (74%, odds 1.27). Most likely score in line with that pick: CSKA Moscow 1–1 FC Rostov. Settled on the 90-minute result. Nothing in football is guaranteed – 18+, bet only what you can afford.
Result chances
CSKA Moscow52%fair 1.91 · @1.93
Draw24%fair 4.19 · @3.68
FC Rostov24%fair 4.19 · @4.10
2.66Expected goals
1.57CSKA Moscow xG
1.09FC Rostov xG
55%Both score
49%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
1–112%
1–011%
2–19%
2–09%
0–18%
0–07%
From our goals model: CSKA Moscow 1.6 – 1.1 FC Rostov expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for CSKA Moscow vs FC Rostov?
Our pick is Over 1.5 goals with a 74% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.27.
Who will win CSKA Moscow vs FC Rostov?
On our numbers CSKA Moscow have a 52% chance of winning, the draw 24% and FC Rostov 24%.
How many goals will there be in CSKA Moscow vs FC Rostov?
We expect about 2.7 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 49% likely and both teams score 55% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for CSKA Moscow vs FC Rostov?
Our predicted score is CSKA Moscow 1–1 FC Rostov, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.7 goals in total.
When is CSKA Moscow vs FC Rostov?
CSKA Moscow vs FC Rostov (Premier League) kicks off on Tuesday 21 April 2026 at 17:45 (West Africa Time) at VEB Arena.
Numbers from Betarazi' team ratings and score grid, with bookmaker lines for late news. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
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