13 May 2017 at 13:00

Referee: Aleksandr Anatolevich Egorov

Match Summary

Zenit Saint Petersburg defeated Krylya Sovetov 3:1. The match was played in Premier League 2016. Goals were scored by A. Dzyuba 1′, A. Dzyuba 8′, Javi García 35′, B. Ivanović 55′ (o.g.). 3 yellow cards were shown. Krylya Sovetov had 53% possession while Zenit Saint Petersburg held 47%. Krylya Sovetov had 21 shots (8 on target) compared to 16 (5 on target) for Zenit Saint Petersburg. Krylya Sovetov made 3 substitutions, Zenit Saint Petersburg made 3.

Match Events

Key match events between Krylya Sovetov and Zenit Saint Petersburg — 4 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.

Krylya Sovetov
Zenit Saint Petersburg
Kick Off
1′
A. Dzyuba

assist: Y. Zhirkov

8′
A. Dzyuba

assist: Giuliano

35′
Javi García

assist: A. Dzyuba

V. ZinkovE. Bashkirov
43′
S. MijailovićJosé Nadson
43′
Half Time
B. Ivanović

Own Goal

55′
63′
Y. MolloA. Kokorin
S. TkachevA. Zuev
77′
77′
Y. ZhirkovNeto
85′
DannyHernani
Full Time

Match Statistics

Krylya Sovetov had 53% possession against Zenit Saint Petersburg's 47%. Krylya Sovetov registered 21 shots (8 on target) while Zenit Saint Petersburg managed 16 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 6–5. Fouls committed: 14–10.

8Shots on Goal5
5Shots off Goal9
21Total Shots16
8Blocked Shots2
13Shots insidebox13
9Shots outsidebox3
14Fouls10
6Corner Kicks5
3Offsides1
53%Ball Possession47%
3Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves7
467Total passes397
378Passes accurate308
81%Passes %78%

Lineups

Krylya Sovetov lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under V. Skripchenko, while Zenit Saint Petersburg deployed a 4-2-3-1 under M. Lucescu.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Krylya Sovetov is 6.81, compared to — for Zenit Saint Petersburg. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Krylya Sovetov's highest-rated starter is S. Bozhin (6.81), while Zenit Saint Petersburg's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Krylya Sovetov have contributed 1 goals and 0 assists this season, led by S. Bozhin (1G). Zenit Saint Petersburg's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Krylya Sovetov deploy 3 defenders rated 6.81 on average, against Zenit Saint Petersburg's 4-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

Krylya Sovetov field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Zenit Saint Petersburg'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

Krylya Sovetov start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Zenit Saint Petersburg 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.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 82% for Krylya Sovetov and —% for Zenit Saint Petersburg. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Krylya Sovetov's starters have collected 4 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Zenit Saint Petersburg. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Krylya Sovetov's starting XI is 31.0 (youngest: S. Bozhin (31), oldest: S. Bozhin (31)), while Zenit Saint Petersburg average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Krylya Sovetov's starters average 20 league appearances each, versus 0 for Zenit Saint Petersburg. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Krylya Sovetov4-2-3-14-2-3-1Zenit Saint Petersburg
GKDEFMIDFWD
17Loria3Yatchen.19Bateau31Zotov40Bozhin77Tkachev20Mijailo.21Zinkov10Pasquato8Kornile.29Bruno99Lunev60Ivanović4Criscito19Smolnik.21García81Zhirkov10Danny7Giuliano30Tsallag.24Mollo22Dzyuba

Substitutes

Coach: V. Skripchenko

Substitutes

Coach: M. Lucescu

Krylya SovetovPosition StrengthZenit Saint Petersburg
6.81
Avg Rating
6.81Defender (3 v 4)
1G 0A0G 0A
Krylya Sovetov4-2-3-1
17GoalkeeperG. Loria
3DefenderD. Yatchenko
19DefenderS. Bateau
40DefenderS. Bozhin6.81G
31MidfielderG. Zotov
77MidfielderS. Tkachev
20MidfielderS. Mijailović
21MidfielderV. Zinkov
10MidfielderC. Pasquato
8ForwardS. Kornilenko
29ForwardG. Bruno
Zenit Saint Petersburg4-2-3-1
99GoalkeeperA. Lunev
60DefenderB. Ivanović
4DefenderD. Criscito
19DefenderI. Smolnikov
81DefenderY. Zhirkov
21MidfielderJavi García
10MidfielderDanny
7MidfielderGiuliano
30MidfielderI. Tsallagov
24ForwardY. Mollo
22ForwardA. Dzyuba

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Krylya Sovetov have recorded 0 wins, 4 draws and 2 defeats. Zenit Saint Petersburg show 4 wins, 2 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.

Krylya Sovetov

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Zenit Saint Petersburg

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Krylya Sovetov vs Zenit Saint Petersburg Head to Head Results

Krylya Sovetov and Zenit Saint Petersburg have met 2 times — Krylya Sovetov won 0, Zenit Saint Petersburg won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Zenit Saint Petersburg leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.50 per match (2 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–1 in 2026.

0

Krylya Sovetov

1

Drawn

1

Zenit Saint Petersburg

Goals: 2Goals: 3

Recent Meetings (2)

4 Apr 2026Zenit2 – 1Krylya Sovetov
9 Nov 2025Krylya Sovetov1 – 1Zenit
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 28 Mar 2026