6 May 2018 at 16:00

Referee: Kirill Levnikov

Match Summary

CSKA Moscow defeated Arsenal Tula 6:0. The match was played in Premier League 2017. Goals were scored by F. Chalov 2′, A. Musa 11′, F. Chalov 21′, A. Golovin 40′, F. Chalov 43′, A. Musa 49′. 1 yellow cards were shown. CSKA Moscow had 54% possession while Arsenal Tula held 46%. CSKA Moscow had 16 shots (9 on target) compared to 7 (2 on target) for Arsenal Tula. CSKA Moscow made 3 substitutions, Arsenal Tula made 1.

Match Events

Key match events between CSKA Moscow and Arsenal Tula — 6 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.

CSKA Moscow
Arsenal Tula
Kick Off
F. Chalov

assist: Vitinho

2′
A. Musa

assist: Vitinho

11′
F. Chalov

assist: V. Berezutski

21′
K. KuchaevK. Bistrović
31′
36′Mihail Aleksandrov
F. Chalov

assist: A. Golovin

43′
Half Time
A. Musa

assist: F. Chalov

49′
59′
E. KangwaA. Khagush
A. GolovinT. Zhamaletdinov
76′
F. ChalovK. Khosonov
88′
Full Time

Match Statistics

CSKA Moscow had 54% possession against Arsenal Tula's 46%. CSKA Moscow registered 16 shots (9 on target) while Arsenal Tula managed 7 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 6–2. Fouls committed: 8–9.

9Shots on Goal2
2Shots off Goal5
16Total Shots7
5Blocked Shots0
12Shots insidebox2
4Shots outsidebox5
8Fouls9
6Corner Kicks2
1Offsides3
54%Ball Possession46%
0Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves3
580Total passes472
492Passes accurate389
85%Passes %82%

Lineups

CSKA Moscow lined up in a 5-4-1 formation under V. Goncharenko, while Arsenal Tula deployed a 4-2-3-1 under M. Božović.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for CSKA Moscow is 6.83, compared to — for Arsenal Tula. 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. CSKA Moscow's highest-rated starter is I. Akinfeev (6.83), while Arsenal Tula's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

CSKA Moscow deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Arsenal Tula'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

CSKA Moscow field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Arsenal Tula's 6 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

CSKA Moscow start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Arsenal Tula 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 72% for CSKA Moscow and —% for Arsenal Tula. 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

CSKA Moscow's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Arsenal Tula. 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 CSKA Moscow's starting XI is 39.0 (youngest: I. Akinfeev (39), oldest: I. Akinfeev (39)), while Arsenal Tula 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

CSKA Moscow's starters average 19 league appearances each, versus 0 for Arsenal Tula. 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.

CSKA Moscow5-4-14-2-3-1Arsenal Tula
GKDEFMIDFWD
35Akinfeev24Berezut.4Ignashe.14Nababkin2Fernand.66Natcho17Golovin89Kuchaev7Musa11Vitinho63Chalov1Obukhov13Sunzu6Belyaev21Álvarez23Gorbate.77Aleksan.7Berkham.11Tkachev20Čaušić24Dzyuba10Kangwa

Substitutes

Coach: V. Goncharenko

Substitutes

Coach: M. Božović

CSKA MoscowPosition StrengthArsenal Tula
6.83
Avg Rating
6.83Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
CSKA Moscow5-4-1
35GoalkeeperI. Akinfeev6.8
24DefenderV. Berezutski
4DefenderS. Ignashevich
14DefenderK. Nababkin
2MidfielderM. Fernandes
66MidfielderB. Natcho
17MidfielderA. Golovin
89MidfielderK. Kuchaev
11MidfielderVitinho
7ForwardA. Musa
63ForwardF. Chalov
Arsenal Tula4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperI. Obukhov
13DefenderS. Sunzu
6DefenderM. Belyaev
21DefenderVíctor Álvarez
23MidfielderI. Gorbatenko
77MidfielderM. Aleksandrov
7MidfielderK. Berkhamov
11MidfielderS. Tkachev
20MidfielderG. Čaušić
10MidfielderE. Kangwa
24ForwardA. Dzyuba

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, CSKA Moscow have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. Arsenal Tula show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.

CSKA Moscow

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Arsenal Tula

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CSKA Moscow vs Arsenal Tula Head to Head Results

CSKA Moscow and Arsenal Tula have met 12 times — CSKA Moscow won 6, Arsenal Tula won 5, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2016. CSKA Moscow leads the head-to-head with 6 victories from 12 meetings. A combined 34 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.83 per match (21 for the home side, 13 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 5 matches (42%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 7 games (58%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–1 in 2020.

6

CSKA Moscow

1

Drawn

5

Arsenal Tula

Goals: 21Goals: 13

Recent Meetings (12)

11 Dec 2021CSKA Moscow2 – 0Arsenal Tula
12 Sept 2021Arsenal Tula2 – 2CSKA Moscow
13 Mar 2021Arsenal Tula2 – 1CSKA Moscow
26 Oct 2020CSKA Moscow5 – 1Arsenal Tula
13 Jun 2020CSKA Moscow2 – 3Arsenal Tula
2 Dec 2019CSKA Moscow0 – 1Arsenal Tula
1 Sept 2019Arsenal Tula1 – 2CSKA Moscow
2 Mar 2019Arsenal Tula2 – 0CSKA Moscow
18 Aug 2018CSKA Moscow3 – 0Arsenal Tula
27 Oct 2017Arsenal Tula1 – 0CSKA Moscow
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 2 Apr 2026