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CSKA Moscow vs Lokomotiv Prediction, Tips & Odds

CSKA Moscow vs Lokomotiv

Premier LeagueRegular Season - 5
CSKA Moscow
#4 · Premier League
LDWLW
3 - 2
VEB Arena, Moscow
Referee: K. Levnikov
Lokomotiv
#14 · Premier League
DLLLD
★ OUR PICK
Both Teams to Score
Both attacks have been productive and both defences leaky — both teams to score carries the edge.
BTTS
1.60
BEST ODDS
Our pick: Bookmakers offer average 1.59 (implied 62.8%) for Both Teams to Score. Our experts calculate a 65.3% probability (an expert ratio of 1.53). We chose this bet because our experts rate it more likely than the bookmaker price implies (65.3% vs 62.8%), driven by both attacks scoring freely while both defences look leaky. That edge makes it our most confident selection for this match.

Match Preview

The model favours CSKA Moscow to win against Lokomotiv, projecting a scoreline of 2-1. CSKA Moscow currently sits in 6th place in the league, having played three matches this season, with one win and two draws. Their goal difference stands at +1, with three goals scored and two conceded. This solid start reflects a resilient side, particularly as they have not yet lost a match. In contrast, Lokomotiv is positioned 10th, with no wins in their three matches so far. They have managed two draws but suffered one loss, resulting in a goal difference of -1, having scored two goals and conceded three. Their form has been concerning, with no victories in their last five matches, which may weigh heavily on their confidence as they face a stronger opponent. The model gives CSKA Moscow a win probability of around 60%, with the projected score of 2-1 reflecting their current form and standing. However, one caveat is that if Lokomotiv manages to tighten their defence and find their scoring touch, they could pose a challenge. The full method of this prediction is detailed in the "How We Reached This Prediction" section, crafted by The Daily Punt Analysis Team, which utilizes an in-house model that evaluates expected goals and actual results throughout the season.

Betting Predictions

How the model works, and its full prediction record, are set out on our How It Works and Accuracy pages.

Match Result
CSKA Moscow Win52%1.95
Draw22%3.64
Lokomotiv Win26%3.81
BTTS
Both Teams to Score: Yes
1.5958.1%

Both attacks have been productive in recent matches, with regular goal-scoring on either side.

Over/Under Goals
Over 2.5 Goals
1.7155.7%

Combined goal output is high (3.1 per game). The over has been the right side more often than not.

Correct Score
CSKA Moscow 1-1 Lokomotiv
6.4915.4%

The most likely scoreline per our model at 15.4% probability.

Asian Handicap
CSKA Moscow -0.5
1.9246%

CSKA Moscow have been the stronger side, winning 33% of their matches.

CORRECT SCOREMost likely outcomes
1-1
6.49
15.4%
2-1
7.91
12.7%
1-0
8.27
12.1%
2-0
9.81
10.2%
2-2
11.92
8.5%
1-2
11.94
8.4%

Our model projects a 1-1 draw as the most likely scoreline at 15.4% probability. These six outcomes together cover the bulk of the projected probability for this fixture.

ASIAN HANDICAPLines & prices
CSKA Moscow
-0.0
1.43
Lokomotiv
+0.0
3.00
CSKA Moscow
-0.5
1.92
Lokomotiv
+0.5
3.35

Lines averaged across 3 bookmakers. CSKA Moscow are the favourites on the spread, so the larger handicaps pay more if they win comfortably while the smaller lines protect the bet on a narrower result.

Best Betting Odds

CSKA Moscow vs Lokomotiv
Bookmaker1X2O/U 2.5BTTS
1X2OverUnderYesNo
Marathonbet
1.913.753.981.712.151.602.19
Pinnacle
1.933.724.061.732.18
SBO
1.943.393.361.692.17
1xBet
1.963.844.081.772.221.602.22
Superbet
2.003.503.551.672.121.582.25

Goals Probability

Avg. bookmaker odds
Over 0.5 Goals
92.6%
Over 1.5 Goals
77.7%
Over 2.5 Goals
55.7%
Over 3.5 Goals
34.9%

Double Chance

Bet covers two outcomes
1XCSKA Moscow or Draw
74%1.26
12CSKA Moscow or Lokomotiv
78%1.27
X2Draw or Lokomotiv
48%1.88

Head to Head

Last 10 Meetings (CSKA Moscow leads 4-2)
4 CSKA Moscow4 Draw2 Lokomotiv
21 Feb
CSKA Moscow
3-2
Lokomotiv
Friendlies Clubs
Oct 25
Lokomotiv
3-0
CSKA Moscow
Premier League
Oct 25
Lokomotiv
0-0
CSKA Moscow
Cup
Jul 25
CSKA Moscow
2-1
Lokomotiv
Cup
May 25
Lokomotiv
2-2
CSKA Moscow
Premier League
Aug 24
CSKA Moscow
0-1
Lokomotiv
Premier League
Apr 24
Lokomotiv Moscow
3-3
CSKA Moscow
Premier League
Aug 23
CSKA Moscow
4-1
Lokomotiv Moscow
Premier League
Apr 23
CSKA Moscow
1-1
Lokomotiv Moscow
Premier League
Oct 22
Lokomotiv Moscow
0-1
CSKA Moscow
Premier League

In the last ten matches between CSKA Moscow and Lokomotiv, CSKA Moscow has won 4 times, Lokomotiv has won 2 times, and there have been 4 draws. The scorelines indicate a balanced rivalry, with several closely contested matches, as evidenced by the four draws and narrow victories. Notably, CSKA's wins include a significant 4-1 victory in August 2023, while Lokomotiv's heaviest win was a 3-0 result in October 2025. The last time Lokomotiv won was in August 2024, suggesting a slight edge for CSKA in recent matchups.

Premier League Standings

#TeamPWDLGFGAGDPtsForm
1
FC Krasnodar
6600114718
WWWWW
2
Spartak Moscow
6411115613
DWWLW
3
Zenit
6402134912
WLWLW
4
CSKA Moscow
633096312
DWWDD
5
Baltika
6312106410
WDLWW
6
Dynamo
631287110
WWLWL
14
Lokomotiv
603358-33
LLDDL
15
Akron
6033615-93
DLDDL
16
Fakel
602437-42
LDLDL

Venue Record

Current season at home / on the road
CSKA MoscowHome
3W2D0L
5 playedGF 7 · GA 42.20 pts/game
LokomotivAway
0W1D2L
3 playedGF 4 · GA 60.33 pts/game

Key Statistics

2026 Season
CSKA MoscowLokomotiv
1.47Goals p.g.1.64
1.58Goals conceded p.g.1.11
6%Clean sheets36%
33%Win rate42%
3.06Avg goals in match2.75
3.12xG per game
56%Possession %53%
5.4Shots on target / game3.1
4.9Corners per game3.8
CSKA Moscow
Recent Form

CSKA Moscow have won 8 of their last 19 matches at home, drawing 6 and losing 5. Their recent home fixtures include beat CSKA Moscow 3-2 and lost to CSKA Moscow 0-1.

Overall, the wider run reads 12W 11D 13L from the last 36 games (33% win rate). The form line has been negative, with defeats outweighing wins across the sample.

Match Results: CSKA MoscowAll competitions
01 Sept
FC Rostov
2-0
CSKA Moscow
Cup
28 Aug
Akron
2-2
CSKA Moscow
Premier League
22 Aug
CSKA Moscow
3-2
Lokomotiv
Premier League
18 Aug
CSKA Moscow
0-1
Akron
Cup
15 Aug
CSKA Moscow
1-0
Fakel
Premier League
04 Aug
Lokomotiv
1-1
CSKA Moscow
Cup
12
Win
33%
11
Draw
31%
13
Lost
36%
Lokomotiv
Recent Form

Lokomotiv have won 3 of their last 14 matches on the road, drawing 3 and losing 8. Their recent away fixtures include drew with Lokomotiv 0-0 and lost to CSKA Moscow 3-2.

Overall, the wider run reads 15W 11D 10L from the last 36 games (42% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: LokomotivAll competitions
01 Sept
Akron
0-0
Lokomotiv
Cup
29 Aug
Lokomotiv
0-1
Dynamo
Premier League
22 Aug
CSKA Moscow
3-2
Lokomotiv
Premier League
18 Aug
FC Rostov
1-0
Lokomotiv
Cup
14 Aug
FC Orenburg
1-1
Lokomotiv
Premier League
04 Aug
Lokomotiv
1-1
CSKA Moscow
Cup
15
Win
42%
11
Draw
31%
10
Lost
28%

Lineups

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Lineups not yet announced

Starting lineups are usually confirmed approximately 1 hour before kick-off.

Unavailable Players

5 players

CSKA Moscow3

I. Akinfeev
Missing FixtureMuscle Injury
Matheus Reis
Missing FixtureInjury
Moises
Missing FixtureInactive

Lokomotiv2

C. Montes
Missing FixtureInactive
N. Komlichenko
Missing FixtureKnee Injury

Betting Strategy

High-probability picks are the most likely outcomes. Value selections are markets where our model's probability sits above the price implied by the odds. They will not always come in, but the odds are in your favour over time.

High Probability
Over 2.5 Goals1.71 (55.7%)
Both Teams Score1.59 (58.1%)
Value Bets
CSKA Moscow Win1.95 (52.1%)
Lokomotiv Win3.81 (25.6%)
Under 2.5 Goals2.17 (44.3%)
BTTS No2.22 (41.9%)
Speculative
Draw3.64 (22.3%)

Yellow Card Prediction

K. Levnikov has averaged 3.0 yellow cards per match across 1 recent fixtures we have data for. Our pick is under 3.5 yellow cards at 1.95.

Corner Prediction

CSKA Moscow have averaged 4.9 corners per match at home; Lokomotiv 3.8 on the road. Combined that projects roughly 5.3 corners in this fixture. Our pick is under 9.5 corners at 1.80.

Player Stats Bet

CSKA Moscow have generated 3.12 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 33% of them. They put 5.4 shots on target per match, giving their attackers the volume needed to land a goal-involvement bet. CSKA Moscow player to score at 1.85 looks well supported by the data.

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OUR PREDICTION
Both Teams to Score Yes

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The Daily Punt Analysis Team

Data-driven football predictions and betting tips

This forecast was built by the The Daily Punt Analysis Team using our in-house statistical model. We feed the model two layers of data for every fixture: each team's recent expected goals (xG and xGA) and their actual goals scored and conceded, split by home and away venue. The numbers run through a Poisson distribution that produces a probability for every possible scoreline, which we then convert into fair odds for the 1X2, correct score, BTTS, and over/under markets.

Before publishing, we cross-check our fair odds against the prices the major bookmakers are offering. Where a bookmaker is paying out more than our model says is mathematically fair, we flag that market as a value bet on this page.