Sokol Saratov vs Chelyabinsk | Prediction | FNL | 28/02

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28 Feb 2026 05:00

Sokol Saratov and Chelyabinsk face each other in an official match of the 2025/26 FNL season. The game takes place at Stadion Lokomotiv on Saturday, 28/02/2026, at 10:00 (UK Time).

Our experts have prepared predictions for Sokol Saratov vs Chelyabinsk, based on a detailed statistical review of both teams. Our goal is to assist bettors in making profitable decisions, which is why we offer the best free prediction for today.

APWin predictions for Sokol Saratov vs Chelyabinsk

The top bookmakers have set the odds, and our team has analysed all relevant match data. See our expert match prediction below:

2nd Half Draw

Market: 2nd Half Draw · @ 1.96

1.96

Last updated: 25-02-2026

APWin experts have analysed the main betting markets and selected high-value bets.

Our prediction is: Sokol Saratov win or draw

Going on the Double Chance market is a great way to get a much better shot at winning a bet. And our betting tip of taking Sokol Saratov or draw in the Double Chance market is about as close to a safe bet as there is.

Based on their impressive home form this season, it's hard to see Sokol Saratov not picking up at least a point in their own stadium. They only need to avoid defeat to Chelyabinsk to win the Double Chance bet, and we think they are more than up to the task.

Our prediction is: Both teams to score

The best betting option for Sokol Saratov vs Chelyabinsk is the Both Teams to Score market - BTTS. After all, both teams need to seek victory and shouldn't 'park the bus' waiting for the opponent.

But that's not the only reason we believe in a game with goals for both teams. We also see value odds in the BTTS market when we have two offensive teams, as is the case with Sokol Saratov and Chelyabinsk in this game.

To guarantee a win on Both Teams to Score, as the name suggests, we need both Sokol Saratov and Chelyabinsk to score goals.

Sokol Saratov preview

Sokol Saratov comes into the match having played 21 games in the FNL so far. They have recorded 2 wins, 10 draws, and 9 losses, with an average of 0.76 points per game in the tournament.

In the 2025/26 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 3 wins, 10 draws, and 11 losses.

Sokol Saratov's attack has scored 12 goals during this period. Out of this total, 10 goals were scored in the FNL, averaging 0.48 goals per match. The season's average stands at 0.5.

The offence system of Sokol Saratov is led by Vladislav Shpitalny as the top scorer of the season. The russian midfielder has scored 2 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Kirill Nikitin, who has contributed with 1 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 22 goals with an average of 1.05 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 24 goals conceded in 24 matches, resulting in an average of 1.

Sokol Saratov's Latest Results

Chelyabinsk preview

On the other hand, Chelyabinsk comes into the match having played 21 games in the FNL so far. They have recorded 8 wins, 8 draws, and 5 losses, with an average of 1.52 points per game in the tournament.

In the 2025/26 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 10 wins, 10 draws, and 5 losses.

Chelyabinsk's attack has scored 31 goals during this period. Out of this total, 27 goals were scored in the FNL, averaging 1.29 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.24.

The offence system of Chelyabinsk is led by Ramazan Gadzhimuradov as the top scorer of the season. The russian midfielder has scored 6 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Matvey Urvantsev, who has contributed with 1 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 20 goals with an average of 0.95 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 22 goals conceded in 25 matches, resulting in an average of 0.88.

Chelyabinsk's Latest Results