Spartak Kostroma vs Chelyabinsk: prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups - 13/10

The season is still early days and Spartak Kostroma are back on the pitch this 13/10 (Tuesday).

The clash is against Chelyabinsk, at , at 15:00, in the Russian Cup.

Only a few matches into the league so far. In their last 5 across all competitions, Spartak Kostroma have won 3 time(s) and Chelyabinsk have won 3. Spartak Kostroma are the clear favourites with a 38.02% chance at the sportsbooks.

See where to watch, the probable line-ups and the best prediction for Spartak Kostroma vs Chelyabinsk.

Overview Spartak Kostroma vs Chelyabinsk

Spartak Kostroma are favourites, with a 38.02% chance of winning according to the bookmakers and odds of 2.63. Spartak Kostroma's performance this season backs up this status. The odds for a Chelyabinsk win are 3 and a draw is 3.55.

In the Russian football Cup, Spartak Kostroma have accumulated 1 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 0 defeat(s), with 2 goal(s) scored and 0 conceded. Denis Zhilmostnykh leads the scoring chart with 1 goal(s). Meanwhile, Chelyabinsk have accumulated 1 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 0 defeat(s), with 2 goal(s) scored and 0 conceded, with Denis Pokotylo as top scorer with 1 goal(s).

Head-to-head between Spartak Kostroma and Chelyabinsk

In 7 clashes, Spartak Kostroma have the advantage over Chelyabinsk: 4 win(s) against 1 and 2 draw(s). The most recent was on 05/09/2026, in the FNL. Spartak Kostroma won on that occasion.

The dominance in the head-to-head record is a factor that goes into the predictions for Spartak Kostroma vs Chelyabinsk, but it does not define the result alone. The context of the tournament and each team's form weigh just as much as the record.

Check out all the predictions for the Russian Cup and see all the analysis before you bet.

Spartak Kostroma: current form

Spartak Kostroma 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 3 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 2 defeat(s).

In the Russian football Cup the situation is this:

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

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

1.4 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions

Top scorer: Denis Zhilmostnykh (1 goal(s))

Chelyabinsk: current form

Meanwhile, Chelyabinsk have played only 1 match(es) in the Russian Cup.

With little data in the league, their last 5 matches across all competitions show 3 win(s), 2 draw(s) and 0 defeat(s).

In this competition, the team arrives with these numbers:

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

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

2 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions

Top scorer: Denis Pokotylo (1 goal(s))

Spartak Kostroma vs Chelyabinsk key players

In the Russian Cup, Denis Zhilmostnykh carries Spartak Kostroma's attack with 1 goal(s).

The playmaker is Nader Mohammadi, leading in assists with 1. In the whole season, Amur Kalmykov has 12 goal(s).

For Chelyabinsk, Denis Pokotylo is the one who finds the net the most with 1 goal(s) in the Russian Cup.

In the season, Ramazan Gadzhimuradov reaches a total of 8 goal(s).

Spartak Kostroma vs Chelyabinsk statistics in the Russian Cup

Few matches into the league yet. Spartak Kostroma have an average of 6 corners and 2 cards per match. Chelyabinsk have 9 corners and 0 cards. Check the statistics for Spartak Kostroma vs Chelyabinsk in the table below.

Spartak Kostroma

Home

LLWWW

VS

Chelyabinsk

Away

WDWDW

OverallHome / Away

Points & Results

• 3
  PPG
  3
• 100%
  Wins
  100%
• 100%
  First to Score
  100%

Goals Scored & Conceded

• 2
  Scored/game
  2
• 0
  Conceded/game
  0
• 0.64
  xG
  0.74
• 0.70
  xGA
  0.36

Trends

• 0%
  Both Score
  0%
• 100%
  Clean Sheet
  100%
• 0%
  Failed to Score
  0%

Correct score prediction for Spartak Kostroma vs Chelyabinsk

Both teams rarely concede goals. Spartak Kostroma hold the advantage in the odds in a clash that tends to be tight. Correct result: Spartak Kostroma 1-0 Chelyabinsk. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.

Where to watch Spartak Kostroma vs Chelyabinsk

Check out where to watch the live match between Chelyabinsk and Spartak Kostroma:

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for Spartak Kostroma and Chelyabinsk

The line-ups for Spartak Kostroma vs Chelyabinsk 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.

Spartak Kostroma line-up

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

Chelyabinsk line-up

The Chelyabinsk starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.

Match details for Spartak Kostroma vs Chelyabinsk

Match: Spartak Kostroma vs Chelyabinsk

Tournament: Russian football Cup 2026/27

Date: 13/10/2026

Time: 15:00 (Brasília time)

Venue:

Broadcast: none scheduled

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