Rotor Volgograd vs FK Neftekhimik: Betarazi preview and prediction
The fixture
FK Neftekhimik travel to face Rotor Volgograd on Monday 24 August in the First League, with Volgograd Arena the venue – the ball rolls at 16:30 WAT. In the table, Rotor Volgograd are 10th, lower half, on 21 points after 17 matches; FK Neftekhimik are 17th (in the drop zone) with 13.
Current form
Rotor Volgograd, last 5: LDWLW Their latest outing: 1–2 defeat to Arsenal Tula, away. In their own stadium the record reads 2 won, 0 lost from 3. Goals for and against: 1.7 scored, 1.0 conceded per game.
FK Neftekhimik, last 5: LLLWL Their latest outing: 1–2 defeat to FC Sochi, at home. Away from home the record reads 1 won, 2 lost from 3. Scoring is the worry: just 0.7 goals a game.
Momentum favours Rotor Volgograd, collecting 1.7 points per game to 1.0 for FK Neftekhimik.
Head to head
When they last met (5 Apr 2026) it ended Rotor Volgograd 3–1 FK Neftekhimik.
Where the goals come from
Betarazi's ratings give Rotor Volgograd 1.9 xG, FK Neftekhimik 0.7 xG – a total near 2.6. Neither a goal-fest nor a stalemate: over 2.5 is 46%, GG 51%.
Markets worth a look
1X2 according to our numbers – Rotor Volgograd 62%, draw 25%, FK Neftekhimik 12%.
GG/NG: GG (51%) at 2.06.
Our call before kick-off
Our pre-match call was Under 3.5 goals (75%, odds 1.20). Most likely score in line with that pick: Rotor Volgograd 1–0 FK Neftekhimik. Settled on the 90-minute result. Nothing in football is guaranteed – 18+, bet only what you can afford.
Result chances
Rotor Volgograd62%fair 1.60 · @1.60
Draw25%fair 3.94 · @3.58
FK Neftekhimik12%fair 8.16 · @5.70
2.58Expected goals
1.85Rotor Volgograd xG
0.73FK Neftekhimik xG
51%Both score
46%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
1–014%
2–013%
1–110%
2–19%
3–08%
0–08%
From our goals model: Rotor Volgograd 1.9 – 0.7 FK Neftekhimik expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Rotor Volgograd vs FK Neftekhimik?
Our pick is Under 3.5 goals with a 75% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.20.
Who will win Rotor Volgograd vs FK Neftekhimik?
On our numbers Rotor Volgograd have a 62% chance of winning, the draw 25% and FK Neftekhimik 12%.
How many goals will there be in Rotor Volgograd vs FK Neftekhimik?
We expect about 2.6 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 46% likely and both teams score 51% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Rotor Volgograd vs FK Neftekhimik?
Our predicted score is Rotor Volgograd 1–0 FK Neftekhimik, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.6 goals in total.
When is Rotor Volgograd vs FK Neftekhimik?
Rotor Volgograd vs FK Neftekhimik (First League) kicks off on Monday 24 August 2026 at 16:30 (West Africa Time) at Volgograd 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.