Spartak Moskva vs Rubin Kazan: prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups - 28/10

Spartak Moskva and Rubin Kazan meet again. The clash, valid for the Russian Cup 2026/27, takes place this 28/10 (Wednesday), at , at 17:30.

In their last 5 matches across all competitions, Spartak Moskva have won 3 time(s). Rubin Kazan have won 0. Spartak Moskva are the favourites with a 62.11% probability of winning on the betting platforms.

See where to watch, who the managers should send onto the pitch and the prediction for Spartak Moskva vs Rubin Kazan.

Overview Spartak Moskva vs Rubin Kazan

Spartak Moskva are favourites, with a 62.11% chance of winning according to the bookmakers and odds of 1.61. Krasno-Belye's performance this season backs up this status. The odds for a Krasno-Zelyonye win are 7.36 and a draw is 4.34.

In the Russian Cup, Spartak Moskva have 3 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 0 defeat(s), with 13 goal(s) scored and 5 conceded, having Manfred Ugalde as top scorer with 4 goal(s). Meanwhile, Rubin Kazan have 0 win(s), 2 draw(s) and 2 defeat(s), with 3 goal(s) scored and 11 conceded, and Jacques-Julien Siwe as top scorer with 2 goal(s).

Head-to-head between Spartak Moskva and Rubin Kazan

In 26 clashes, Spartak Moskva have the advantage over Rubin Kazan: 14 win(s) against 4 and 8 draw(s). The most recent was on 18/10/2026, in the Russian Premier League. Spartak Moskva won on that occasion.

The dominance in the head-to-head record is a factor that goes into the predictions for Spartak Moskva vs Rubin Kazan, 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 Moskva: current form

Spartak Moskva are in great form in the Russian Cup: a 75% win rate and 2.5 points per match in 4 matches.

In their last 5 matches across all competitions, there were 3 win(s) and 1 defeat(s).

See more numbers in the Russian Cup soccer:

• 3 win(s), 1 draw(s), 0 defeat(s)
• Performance: {team_a_table_ppg_overall} point(s) per match
• 13 goals scored (3.25 per match)
• Top scorer: Manfred Ugalde (4 goal(s))

Rubin Kazan: current form

Meanwhile, Rubin Kazan are going through a difficult patch: 4 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. The opponents need to respond.

See their specific numbers in the Russian Cup soccer:

• 0 win(s), 2 draw(s), 2 defeat(s)
• Performance: 0.5 point(s) per match
• 3 goals scored (0.75 per match)
• Top scorer: Jacques-Julien Siwe (2 goal(s))

Spartak Moskva vs Rubin Kazan key players

In the Russian Cup, Manfred Ugalde carries Krasno-Belye's attack with 4 goal(s).

The playmaker is Igor Dmitriev, leading in assists with 2. In the whole season, Pablo Solari has 8 goal(s).

On the other side, Jacques-Julien Siwe is the name that frightens the most for Krasno-Zelyonye with 2 goal(s) in the Russian Cup.

In terms of playmaking, Ilya Samoshnikov leads in assists with 1. In the whole season, Mirlind Daku has accumulated 10 goal(s).

Spartak Moskva vs Rubin Kazan statistics in the Russian Cup

Spartak Moskva have an average of 12 corners and 2.5 cards per match. Meanwhile, Rubin Kazan have 8.5 corners and 2.5 cards. See the numbers for Spartak Moskva vs Rubin Kazan in the table below.

Spartak Moskva

Home

LWWDW

VS

Rubin Kazan

Away

LLLLD

OverallHome / Away

Points & Results

• 2.50
  PPG
  0.50
• 75%
  Wins
  0%
• 50%
  First to Score
  50%

Goals Scored & Conceded

• 3.25
  Scored/game
  0.75
• 1.25
  Conceded/game
  2.75
• 1.94
  xG
  1.47
• 0.96
  xGA
  1.40

Trends

• 100%
  Both Score
  75%
• 0%
  Clean Sheet
  0%
• 0%
  Failed to Score
  25%

Correct score prediction for Spartak Moskva vs Rubin Kazan

Spartak Moskva hold the advantage in the head-to-head record and arrive with good attacking output. Our score projection: Spartak Moskva 3-1 Rubin Kazan. Getting the exact score right requires luck and analysis. Bet responsibly.

Where to watch Spartak Moskva vs Rubin Kazan

Check out where to watch the live match between Rubin Kazan and Spartak Moskva:

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for Spartak Moskva and Rubin Kazan

The line-ups for Spartak Moskva vs Rubin Kazan 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.

Krasno-Belye line-up

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

Krasno-Zelyonye line-up

The Rubin Kazan starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.

Match details for Spartak Moskva vs Rubin Kazan

Match: Spartak Moskva vs Rubin Kazan

Tournament: Russian football Cup 2026/27

Date: 28/10/2026

Time: 17:30 (Brasília time)

Venue:

Broadcast: none scheduled

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