Main prediction: over 4.5 goals

Alternative tip: double chance Sokol Saratov

Other market: over 10.5 corners

The Russian Cup 2026/27 brings FC Nosta Novotroitsk and Sokol Saratov face to face.

The match is this 26/08 (Wednesday), at , at 12:00. Two teams that need a result and will not make things easy.

Sokol Saratov have a 22% 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 FC Nosta Novotroitsk vs Sokol Saratov for this Russian Cup soccer clash. See also where to watch. FC Nosta Novotroitsk vs Sokol Saratov: main prediction

Prediction for FC Nosta Novotroitsk vs Sokol Saratov

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Overview FC Nosta Novotroitsk vs Sokol Saratov

Sokol Saratov are the favourites in the clash, with odds of 1.91 and a 22% chance of winning. Sokol Saratov's performance this season justifies this status. The odds for a FC Nosta Novotroitsk win are 4.45 and a draw is 3.33.

In the Russian football Cup, FC Nosta Novotroitsk have accumulated 1 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 0 defeat(s), with 3 goal(s) scored and 2 conceded. leads the scoring chart with 0 goal(s). Meanwhile, Sokol Saratov have accumulated 1 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 0 defeat(s), with 3 goal(s) scored and 1 conceded, with as top scorer with 0 goal(s).

Head-to-head between FC Nosta Novotroitsk and Sokol Saratov

FC Nosta Novotroitsk and Sokol Saratov have never faced each other in any official competition. This will be the first head-to-head clash between the teams.

FC Nosta Novotroitsk arrive for this unprecedented clash with 1 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 1 defeat(s) this season, scoring 5 goals (2.5 per match).

Meanwhile, Sokol Saratov have 7 win(s), 11 draw(s) and 19 defeat(s), with 21 goals scored (0.57 per match).

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FC Nosta Novotroitsk: current form

FC Nosta Novotroitsk have played only 1 match(es) in the Russian Cup.

With so few matches, their recent performance speaks louder: in their last 5 matches across all competitions, there were 2 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 3 defeat(s).

In the Russian football Cup the situation is this:

1 win(s), 0 draw(s), 0 defeat(s)

2 win(s) in their last 5 across all competitions

1.2 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions

Top scorer: (0 goal(s))

Sokol Saratov: current form

Meanwhile, Sokol Saratov 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), 1 draw(s) and 0 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

1.4 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions

Top scorer: (0 goal(s))

FC Nosta Novotroitsk vs Sokol Saratov key players

FC Nosta Novotroitsk do not have any registered goals yet. The team have taken to the pitch, but their attacking numbers are at zero for now.

Sokol Saratov have not yet scored in the Russian Cup.

In the season, Vladislav Shpitalny already appears with 4 goal(s), but their account in the league remains at zero.

FC Nosta Novotroitsk vs Sokol Saratov statistics in the Russian Cup

Few matches into the league yet. FC Nosta Novotroitsk have an average of 8 corners and 0 cards per match. Sokol Saratov have 7 corners and 0 cards. Check the statistics for FC Nosta Novotroitsk vs Sokol Saratov in the table below.

Home Team

FC Nosta Novotroitsk Team Logo

FC Nosta Novotroitsk

Russia - Russian Cup

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall W L L L W

1.2

Home W L

1.5

Away W L L L L

0.6

Away Team

Sokol Saratov Team Logo

Sokol Saratov

Russia - Russian Cup

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall W W D W W

2.6

Home W D L L L

0.8

Away W W W L L

1.8

More tips for FC Nosta Novotroitsk vs Sokol Saratov

In addition to the main prediction, see other betting markets for FC Nosta Novotroitsk vs Sokol Saratov in the Russian Cup:

👉 Our prediction is: Sokol Saratov to win

Plain and simple, we see Sokol Saratov winning this match. This betting tip is based on the team's overall strength, which has been evident in recent results, as well as the odds offered by betting sites.

With their current odds of 1.8 to win on the 1X2 market, this is clearly a high-value bet that you can cash in on.

Correct score prediction for FC Nosta Novotroitsk vs Sokol Saratov

Very high attacking averages on both sides. The visitors arrive as favourites in a duel that tends to have plenty of goals. Our score projection: FC Nosta Novotroitsk 2-3 Sokol Saratov. Getting the exact score right requires luck and analysis. Bet responsibly.

Where to watch FC Nosta Novotroitsk vs Sokol Saratov

Check out where to watch the live match between Sokol Saratov and FC Nosta Novotroitsk:

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for FC Nosta Novotroitsk and Sokol Saratov

The line-ups for FC Nosta Novotroitsk vs Sokol Saratov 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.

FC Nosta Novotroitsk line-up

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

Sokol Saratov line-up

The Sokol Saratov starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.

Match details for FC Nosta Novotroitsk vs Sokol Saratov

Match: FC Nosta Novotroitsk vs Sokol Saratov

Tournament: Russian football Cup 2026/27

Date: 26/08/2026

Time: 12:00 (Brasília time)

Venue:

Broadcast: none scheduled

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Published on 24 August 2026, at 15:03 Last updated on 25 August 2026, at 06:38
Author: Amauri Barbosa

Sports betting analyst with over 15 years of experience. At APWin, he writes football predictions, reviews bookmakers and explains the reasoning behind every bet.