6 November 2016 at 14:00
Match Summary
Akhmat Grozny defeated Zenit Saint Petersburg 2:1. The match was played in Premier League 2016. Goals were scored by R. Mak 10′, B. Balaj 34′, B. Balaj 38′. 7 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Akhmat Grozny had 39% possession while Zenit Saint Petersburg held 61%. Akhmat Grozny had 12 shots (5 on target) compared to 15 (5 on target) for Zenit Saint Petersburg. Akhmat Grozny made 3 substitutions, Zenit Saint Petersburg made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Akhmat Grozny and Zenit Saint Petersburg — 3 goals and 8 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Milad Mohammadi
assist: D. Kuzyaev
Match Statistics
Akhmat Grozny had 39% possession against Zenit Saint Petersburg's 61%. Akhmat Grozny registered 12 shots (5 on target) while Zenit Saint Petersburg managed 15 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 2–5. Fouls committed: 17–17.
Lineups
Akhmat Grozny lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under R. Rakhimov, while Zenit Saint Petersburg deployed a 4-3-3 under M. Lucescu.
Defensive Solidity
Akhmat Grozny deploy 4 defenders rated — 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
Akhmat Grozny field 4 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
Akhmat Grozny 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.
Age & Experience
The average age of Akhmat Grozny's starting XI is 37.0 (youngest: R. Utsiev (37), oldest: R. Utsiev (37)), while Zenit Saint Petersburg average 38.0 (youngest: M. Kerzhakov (38), oldest: M. Kerzhakov (38)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Substitutes
Coach: R. Rakhimov
Substitutes
Coach: M. Lucescu
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Akhmat Grozny have recorded 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 defeats. Zenit Saint Petersburg show 4 wins, 2 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Akhmat Grozny vs Zenit Saint Petersburg Head to Head Results
Akhmat Grozny and Zenit Saint Petersburg have met 3 times — Akhmat Grozny won 1, Zenit Saint Petersburg won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Zenit Saint Petersburg leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.33 per match (3 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (67%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–1 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (3)
API data: 28 Mar 2026