Krylia Sovetov vs. Lokomotiv: Lokomotiv edges out Krylia Sovetov in a close match
Lokomotiv Moscow secured a 1-0 victory over Krylia Sovetov in a hard-fought match that was decided in the final stages. The only goal of the game came in the 75th minute from Timur Suleymanov, who came on as a substitute.
The first half was relatively even, with both teams trying to create chances in the opposition’s box. Lokomotiv had more possession (55%), but Krylia Sovetov defended well and generated some dangerous attacks.
The second half started with a triple substitution for Lokomotiv, who then dominated the play, but without managing to score.
The winning goal finally arrived in the 75th minute, when Suleymanov headed home after a defensive lapse. Krylia Sovetov tried to fight back, but couldn’t find an equalizer.
Lokomotiv was more effective in attack, with 19 shots (4 on target) compared to Krylia Sovetov’s 13 shots (5 on target). Additionally, Lokomotiv dominated the aerial game, with 9 corners against Krylia Sovetov’s 5.
Discipline-wise, Lokomotiv received two yellow cards, while Krylia Sovetov didn’t receive any.
Lokomotiv solidifies their position in the top half of the Russian Premier League table, while Krylia Sovetov remain in the fight to stay in the division.
Substitutions krylia sovetov: at minute 35 N. Rasskazov came in and G. Bijl went out., at minute 82 I. Dmitriev came in and T. Galdames went out., at minute 83 V. Mendez came in and S. Babkin went out., at minute 83 U. Babaev came in and I. Oleynikov went out., at minute 90 K. Pechenin came in and R. Ezhov went out.
Substitutions lokomotiv: at minute 55 N. Tiknizyan came in and A. Karpukas went out., at minute 55 E. Sevikyan came in and S. Pinyaev went out., at minute 55 V. Sarveli came in and M. Nenakhov went out., at minute 74 T. Suleymanov came in and D. Vorobyev went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Lokomotiv
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Krylia Sovetov
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