CSKA Moscow vs Zenit predictions, May 02, 2026

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As CSKA Moscow prepares to host Zenit St Petersburg on May 2, 2026, both teams will be eager to secure crucial points in the Russian Premier League. The match is set to take place at CSKA’s home ground, where they have experienced mixed fortunes recently, managing to secure two wins in their last five fixtures. In contrast, Zenit has mirrored this performance, also claiming victory in 40% of their recent matches.

Zenit St Petersburg enters the match as favorites, reflected in the bookmakers’ odds of 1.98 for an away win. Their current form suggests a tactical edge, especially in attacking transitions, which may pose challenges for CSKA’s defense. However, CSKA Moscow’s home advantage could play a pivotal role; they are known for their robust defensive organization and ability to counter-attack effectively, which might exploit Zenit’s forward commitments.

Model predictions indicate a slightly higher probability of an away win (48.7%) compared to home victory (25.6%) or a draw (25.6%). With both teams equally matched in recent performances, the outcome remains uncertain. A closely contested match is expected as both teams vie for valuable league points.

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CSKA 26.7%

Draw 26.9%

Zenit 46.4%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	3.72	3.65	2.12
	3.41	3.41	1.98

Latest Results

25.04.26 Rubin Kazan – CSKA Moscow – 0:0 21.04.26 CSKA Moscow – FC Rostov – 1:1 18.04.26 Krylya Sovetov Samara – CSKA Moscow – 1:1 12.04.26 CSKA Moscow – FC Sochi – 0:1 07.04.26 Krylya Sovetov Samara – CSKA Moscow – 2:5

22.04.26 Lokomotiv Moscow – Zenit St Petersburg – 0:0 19.04.26 Dynamo Makhachkala – Zenit St Petersburg – 0:1 12.04.26 Zenit St Petersburg – FC Krasnodar – 1:1 08.04.26 Zenit St Petersburg – FC Spartak Moscow – 0:1 penalties 04.04.26 Zenit St Petersburg – Krylya Sovetov Samara – 2:1

Facts

One of the most interesting matches of the day, featuring two top-table teams (ranked 5 and 2).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, CSKA won 2.

The recent form of both competitors has been shaky.

CSKA may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.

Zenit could have a small edge in this match.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, CSKA won 4 matches, drew 5 matches, lost 11 matches, and goals 17:29. (average 0.9:1.5).

Including home matches between the teams, CSKA won 2 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 8:15. (average 0.9:1.7).

Latest Head To Head

10.02.26 Zenit St Petersburg – CSKA Moscow – 2:3 penalties 03.08.25 Zenit St Petersburg – CSKA Moscow – 1:1 14.05.25 CSKA Moscow – Zenit St Petersburg – 3:0 penalties 30.04.25 Zenit St Petersburg – CSKA Moscow – 2:0 01.03.25 Zenit St Petersburg – CSKA Moscow – 0:0

Standings

2025/26

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Krasnodar	26	17	6	3	53:20	33	57
2	Zenit	26	16	8	2	45:17	28	56
3	Lokomotiv Moscow	27	13	10	4	51:35	16	49
4	Baltika	26	11	13	2	37:16	21	46
5	CSKA Moscow	27	13	6	8	38:28	10	45
6	Spartak Moscow	26	13	6	7	42:35	7	45
7	Rubin Kazan	27	10	9	8	25:26	-1	39
8	Dynamo Moscow	26	9	8	9	44:37	7	35
9	Akhmat Grozny	26	8	8	10	31:35	-4	32
10	FK Rostov	27	6	9	12	20:29	-9	27
11	Orenburg	27	6	8	13	27:38	-11	26
12	Krylya Sovetov	27	6	8	13	29:47	-18	26
13	Akron Togliatti	26	5	9	12	32:45	-13	24
14	Dynamo Makhachkala	26	5	9	12	16:32	-16	24
15	Pari NN	26	6	4	16	22:42	-20	22
16	Sochi	26	5	3	18	24:54	-30	18

Russian Premier League Outrights

1. Krasnodar: 1.88 (49.71%)

2. Zenit St Petersburg: 1.93 (48.42%)

3. Baltika: 100 (0.93%)

4. Lokomotiv Moscow: 100 (0.93%)

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