Our Rostov vs Spartak Moscow Prediction: 1-1
Rostov vs Spartak Moscow in the Russia Premier League is scheduled for an 13:30 GMT kick-off on Sunday April 12, 2026. A 1-1 draw seems the most likely outcome, and with both teams showing attacking intent, BTTS is a solid alternative bet.
This Rostov vs Spartak Moscow prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.
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Recent Form Insights
Rostov's Last Match – FC Nizhny Novgorod vs Rostov
Rostov will be eager to build on their previous performance after securing a 1-0 Russia Premier League victory over FC Nizhny Novgorod on April 5. In that match, Rostov recorded 46% possession, firing 5 shots at goal, with 3 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 FC Nizhny Novgorod | 54% | 6 (1) | - | 25 |
 Rostov | 46% | 5 (3) | - | 59 |
Spartak Moscow's Last Match – Zenit St Petersburg vs Spartak Moscow
Determined to get back to winning ways, Spartak Moscow must win after their 0-0 Russia Cup draw against Zenit St Petersburg on April 8. In that match, Spartak Moscow controlled 38% of possession and managed 6 shots on goal, with 3 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Zenit St Petersburg | 62% | 6 (2) | - | 46 |
 Spartak Moscow | 38% | 6 (3) | - | 33 |
Rostov vs Spartak Moscow Stats
Key Stats
| Rostov | Spartak Moscow | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.51 | Attacking Strength | 1.48 |
| 0.74 | Defence Strength | 1.09 |
| 1.1 | Points Per Game | 1.7 |
| 3/10 | WIN | 5/10 |
| 2/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 2/10 | Clean Sheets | 3/10 |
| 5/10 | BTTS | 5/10 |
| 3/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 4/10 |
| 1 | Average Scored | 1.5 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Rostov are averaging 1.0 goals scored and 1.2 conceded per match, while Spartak Moscow average 1.5 scored and 1.5 conceded per game.