What to expect
We expect about 1.2 goals from Baltika and 0.8 from Rubin Kazan, so Baltika come out ahead by a nose. Put together, that is around 1.9 goals in the game, so we are braced for a tight one where good chances are rare.
Our pick: Under 2.5 goals. This has the look of a cagey, low-scoring game — around 2.0 goals in total (xG 1.2-0.8), keeping it under more often than not (about 65%). Clear chances should be at a premium.
We put the chance of that landing at about 65 out of 100. The price on offer is 1.60, which works out at about 63 out of 100. The two sit close together, so this is a lean rather than a standout price.
Recent meetings
One thing to watch
One end-to-end spell, or a defensive mistake, and the goals can pile up before either side settles. We make it about 65%: a lean, not a lock.
