Match Summary
FK Neftekhimik defeated FK Sokol Saratov 3:0. The match was played in First League 2025. Goals were scored by Islam Mashukov 5′, Islam Mashukov 23′ (pen.), Andrey Nikitin 86′. 1 yellow cards were shown. FK Sokol Saratov made 4 substitutions, FK Neftekhimik made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between FK Sokol Saratov and FK Neftekhimik — 3 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
Lineups
FK Sokol Saratov lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under Mladen Kascelan, while FK Neftekhimik deployed a 4-3-3 under Kirill Novikov.
Defensive Solidity
FK Sokol Saratov deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against FK Neftekhimik's 3-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
FK Sokol Saratov field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus FK Neftekhimik's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
FK Sokol Saratov start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for FK Neftekhimik averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, FK Sokol Saratov have recorded 0 wins, 2 draws and 4 defeats. FK Neftekhimik show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
FK Sokol Saratov and FK Neftekhimik have met 2 times — FK Sokol Saratov won 0, FK Neftekhimik won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. FK Neftekhimik leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.50 per match (1 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–2 in 2025.
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FK Sokol Saratov
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 23 Mar 2026