28 July 2019 at 11:00
Match Summary
Zenit Saint Petersburg defeated Orenburg 2:0. The match was played in Premier League 2019. Goals were scored by S. Azmoun 1′, A. Dzyuba 55′ (pen.). 5 yellow cards were shown. Orenburg had 40% possession while Zenit Saint Petersburg held 60%. Orenburg had 20 shots (4 on target) compared to 14 (4 on target) for Zenit Saint Petersburg. Orenburg made 3 substitutions, Zenit Saint Petersburg made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Orenburg and Zenit Saint Petersburg — 2 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: A. Dzyuba
Penalty
Match Statistics
Orenburg had 40% possession against Zenit Saint Petersburg's 60%. Orenburg registered 20 shots (4 on target) while Zenit Saint Petersburg managed 14 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 7–4. Fouls committed: 13–13.
Lineups
Orenburg lined up in a — formation under V. Fedotov, while Zenit Saint Petersburg deployed a — under S. Semak.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Orenburg is —, compared to 7.18 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. Orenburg's highest-rated starter is —, while Zenit Saint Petersburg's best-rated player is W. Barrios (7.27).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Orenburg have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Zenit Saint Petersburg's starters account for 1 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by Douglas Santos (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Midfield Control
Orenburg field 11 midfielders averaging —, versus Zenit Saint Petersburg's 11 rated 7.18. 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages —% for Orenburg and 84% 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
Orenburg's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 4 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 Orenburg's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Zenit Saint Petersburg average 31.5 (youngest: Douglas Santos (31), oldest: W. Barrios (32)). 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
Orenburg's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 22 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.
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Orenburg have recorded 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats. Zenit Saint Petersburg show 4 wins, 2 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Orenburg vs Zenit Saint Petersburg Head to Head Results
Orenburg and Zenit Saint Petersburg have met 4 times — Orenburg won 1, Zenit Saint Petersburg won 3, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Zenit Saint Petersburg leads the head-to-head with 3 victories from 4 meetings. A combined 24 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 6.00 per match (7 for the home side, 17 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 3 matches (75%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 4 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–5 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (4)
API data: 29 Mar 2026