Probable Lineups
3-5-2
3-5-2
Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison
Goals
Assists
(6.4)
6.5
Average Ratings
6.6
(6.4)
28.6
Average Age
27
179.9
Average Height (cm)
184.5
(0.6)
0.6
Shots pg
0.7
(0.6)
(45%)
45%
Aerial Duel Success
54%
(47%)
(0.4)
0.4
Dribbles pg
0.5
(0.7)
(1.4)
1.2
Tackles pg
1.1
(1.3)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Premier League.
Missing Players
Fakel
Nizhny Novgorod
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Igor Kalinin | Out | 6.71 |
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ilya Zhigulev | Out | N/A | |
| Mamadou Maiga | Out | N/A | |
| Dmitri Tikhiy | Doubtful | 6.46 | |
| Stanislav Magkeev | Doubtful | 6.46 |
Team News
Fakel
Nizhny Novgorod
- Forward Alexey Kashtanov joined FC Fakel on a season-long loan before the international break and already enjoyed some playing time in last round’s match against FC Rostov.
- Defender Sergey Bozhin is once again available for selection after missing last round’s match at Rostov-on-Don due to suspension.
- Versatile defender Igor Kalinin has been recovering from a persistent injury and is likely to miss out here.
- Defenders Stanislav Magkeev and Dmitry Tikhy are undergoing treatment for recent injuries and are likely to miss the upcoming visit to Voronezh.
- Forward Zé Turbo was on international duty with Guinea-Bissau but should return to Russia in time for Saturday's match.
- Mamadou Maiga and Ilya Zhigulev will not feature here due to long-term injuries.
