29 October 2017 at 13:30
Match Summary
Lokomotiv Moscow defeated Zenit Saint Petersburg 3:0. The match was played in Premier League 2017. Goals were scored by J. Farfán 58′, J. Farfán 69′, Aleksey Miranchuk 77′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Zenit Saint Petersburg had 65% possession while Lokomotiv Moscow held 35%. Zenit Saint Petersburg had 22 shots (6 on target) compared to 10 (5 on target) for Lokomotiv Moscow. Zenit Saint Petersburg made 3 substitutions, Lokomotiv Moscow made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Zenit Saint Petersburg and Lokomotiv Moscow — 3 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Anton Miranchuk
assist: Aleksey Miranchuk
assist: J. Farfán
Match Statistics
Zenit Saint Petersburg had 65% possession against Lokomotiv Moscow's 35%. Zenit Saint Petersburg registered 22 shots (6 on target) while Lokomotiv Moscow managed 10 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 8–3. Fouls committed: 13–12.
Lineups
Zenit Saint Petersburg lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under R. Mancini, while Lokomotiv Moscow deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Y. Semin.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Zenit Saint Petersburg is 6.54, compared to — for Lokomotiv Moscow. 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. Zenit Saint Petersburg's highest-rated starter is A. Erokhin (6.54), while Lokomotiv Moscow's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Zenit Saint Petersburg deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Lokomotiv Moscow's 5-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
Zenit Saint Petersburg field 4 midfielders averaging 6.54, versus Lokomotiv Moscow's 5 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
Zenit Saint Petersburg start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 0 for Lokomotiv Moscow 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 62% for Zenit Saint Petersburg and —% for Lokomotiv Moscow. 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.
Age & Experience
The average age of Zenit Saint Petersburg's starting XI is 36.0 (youngest: A. Erokhin (36), oldest: A. Erokhin (36)), while Lokomotiv Moscow 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
Zenit Saint Petersburg's starters average 10 league appearances each, versus 0 for Lokomotiv Moscow. 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.
Substitutes
Coach: R. Mancini
Substitutes
Coach: Y. Semin
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Zenit Saint Petersburg have recorded 4 wins, 2 draws and 0 defeats. Lokomotiv Moscow show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Zenit Saint Petersburg vs Lokomotiv Moscow Head to Head Results
Zenit Saint Petersburg and Lokomotiv Moscow have met 18 times — Zenit Saint Petersburg won 7, Lokomotiv Moscow won 4, with 7 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2016. Zenit Saint Petersburg leads the head-to-head with 7 victories from 18 meetings. A combined 48 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.67 per match (31 for the home side, 17 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 10 matches (56%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 7 games (39%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Zenit Saint Petersburg are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–3 in 2018.
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