Avangard Kursk vs Kristall MEZ: prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups - 12/08
Russia - Russian Cup
Main prediction: under 1.5 goals
Alternative tip: double chance Avangard Kursk
Other market: Asian handicap -1.0 Kristall MEZ
The Russian Cup 2026/27 brings Avangard Kursk and Kristall MEZ face to face.
The match is this 12/08 (Wednesday), at Stadion Trudovye Reservy, at 11:00. Two teams that need a result and will not make things easy.
Avangard Kursk have a 52% chance of winning according to the bookmakers.
We have analysed the current form of both sides, checked the line-ups and reached the prediction for Avangard Kursk vs Kristall MEZ for this Russian Cup soccer clash. See also where to watch. Avangard Kursk vs Kristall MEZ: main prediction
Prediction for Avangard Kursk vs Kristall MEZ
Double Chance: Draw or Kristall MEZ
Market: Double Chance: Draw or Kristall MEZ · @ 1.77
Confidence
75%
Last updated: 12-08-2026
Overview Avangard Kursk vs Kristall MEZ
Avangard Kursk are favourites, with a 52% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Kristall MEZ win are at 3.86 and a draw at 3.63.
Avangard Kursk have not yet played any matches in the Russian Cup. Meanwhile, Kristall MEZ have 1 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 0 defeat(s), with 3 goal(s) scored and 0 conceded, and as top scorer with 0 goal(s).
Head-to-head between Avangard Kursk and Kristall MEZ
Avangard Kursk and Kristall MEZ have never faced each other in any official competition. This will be the first head-to-head clash between the teams.
Avangard Kursk arrive for this unprecedented clash with 0 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 1 defeat(s) this season, scoring 1 goals (1 per match).
Meanwhile, Kristall MEZ have 4 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 1 defeat(s), with 11 goals scored (2.2 per match).
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Avangard Kursk: current form
Avangard Kursk have not yet made their debut in the Russian Cup soccer, but have played 1 match(es) this season.
See the numbers before the start of the Russian football Cup:
0 win(s), 0 draw(s), 1 defeat(s)
1 goals scored (1 per match)
Top scorer: (0 goal(s))
- 25 Aug 2026Avangard KurskKalugaL1225 Aug 2026Russian CupAvangard Kursk
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Kaluga1 - 2L - 12 Aug 2026Avangard KurskKristall MEZD1112 Aug 2026Russian CupAvangard Kursk
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Kristall MEZ1 - 1D - 21 Aug 2025Avangard KurskBroke BoysL1221 Aug 2025Russian CupAvangard Kursk
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Broke Boys1 - 2L - 21 Aug 2024Avangard KurskFK OrelL0221 Aug 2024Russian CupAvangard Kursk
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FK Orel0 - 2L - 23 Aug 2023Salyut-BelgorodAvangard KurskL2023 Aug 2023Russian CupSalyut-Belgorod
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Avangard Kursk2 - 0L
Kristall MEZ: current form
Meanwhile, Kristall MEZ have played only 1 match(es) in the Russian Cup.
With little data in the league, their last 5 matches across all competitions show 4 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 1 defeat(s).
In this competition, the team arrives with these numbers:
1 win(s), 0 draw(s), 0 defeat(s)
4 win(s) in their last 5 across all competitions
2.2 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions
Top scorer: (0 goal(s))
- 12 Aug 2026Avangard KurskKristall MEZD1112 Aug 2026Russian CupAvangard Kursk
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Kristall MEZ1 - 1D - 28 Jul 2026Kristall MEZSalyut-BelgorodW3028 Jul 2026Russian CupKristall MEZ
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Salyut-Belgorod3 - 0W - 24 Sept 2025Kristall MEZTorpedo MoskvaL1324 Sept 2025Russian CupKristall MEZ
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Torpedo Moskva1 - 3L - 10 Sept 2025Kristall MEZSpartak TambovW1010 Sept 2025Russian CupKristall MEZ
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Spartak Tambov1 - 0W - 20 Aug 2025Kristall MEZMuromW3220 Aug 2025Russian CupKristall MEZ
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Murom3 - 2W
Avangard Kursk vs Kristall MEZ key players
Avangard Kursk have not yet taken to the pitch in the Russian Cup, so there are no individual data in the league for now.
But in the season, is already leading the way with 0 goal(s).
Kristall MEZ also do not have any registered goals yet. The team have taken to the pitch, but their attack has not yet left its mark.
Avangard Kursk vs Kristall MEZ statistics in the Russian Cup
Still with no matches in the league, but the numbers for Avangard Kursk vs Kristall MEZ already show something. Avangard Kursk have an average of 0 corners and 0 cards per match. Kristall MEZ have 12 corners and 0 cards. See the statistics for Avangard Kursk vs Kristall MEZ in the table below.
Avangard Kursk
Home
Kristall MEZ
Away
Points & Results
- PPG03
- 0%Wins100%
- 0%First to Score100%
Goals Scored & Conceded
- Scored/game03
- Conceded/game00
- xG0-0.01
- xGA00.16
Trends
- 0%Both Score0%
- 0%Clean Sheet100%
- 0%Failed to Score0%
More tips for Avangard Kursk vs Kristall MEZ
In addition to the main prediction, see other betting markets for Avangard Kursk vs Kristall MEZ in the Russian Cup:
Our prediction is: Kristall MEZ to win
While Kristall MEZ will head into their match against Avangard Kursk as the favourite, it is still far from a sure thing to score three points away from home. Nevertheless, our betting tip is still Kristall MEZ to win on the 1X2 market.
Our analysis of Kristall MEZ leads us to believe that they are quite capable on their travels and can come up with the away win without much trouble, even against a tricky opponent like Avangard Kursk.
Correct score prediction for Avangard Kursk vs Kristall MEZ
Both teams rarely concede goals. Avangard Kursk hold the advantage in the odds in a clash that tends to be tight. Correct result: Avangard Kursk 1-0 Kristall MEZ. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.
Where to watch Avangard Kursk vs Kristall MEZ
Check out where to watch the live match between Kristall MEZ and Avangard Kursk:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for Avangard Kursk and Kristall MEZ
The line-ups for Avangard Kursk vs Kristall MEZ in the Russian football Cup are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.
Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.
Avangard Kursk line-up
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
Kristall MEZ line-up
The Kristall MEZ starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for Avangard Kursk vs Kristall MEZ
Match: Avangard Kursk vs Kristall MEZ
Tournament: Russian football Cup 2026/27
Date: 12/08/2026
Time: 11:00 (Brasília time)
Venue: Stadion Trudovye Reservy
Broadcast: none scheduled
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