29 March 2020 at 16:00
Match Summary
Neman defeated FC Vitebsk 2:0. The match was played in Premier League 2020. Goals were scored by G. Kadimyan 51′, G. Kantaria 58′ (pen.). 6 yellow cards were shown. Neman had 47% possession while FC Vitebsk held 53%. Neman had 7 shots (2 on target) compared to 10 (5 on target) for FC Vitebsk. Neman made 3 substitutions, FC Vitebsk made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Neman and FC Vitebsk — 2 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
Match Statistics
Neman had 47% possession against FC Vitebsk's 53%. Neman registered 7 shots (2 on target) while FC Vitebsk managed 10 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 1–7. Fouls committed: 16–21.
Lineups
Neman lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under I. Kovalevich, while FC Vitebsk deployed a 5-3-2 under S. Yasinskiy.
Midfield Control
Neman field 11 midfielders averaging —, versus FC Vitebsk's 11 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.
Discipline
Neman's starters have collected 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for FC Vitebsk. 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 Neman's starting XI is 34.5 (youngest: A. Legchilin (33), oldest: A. Yakimov (36)), while FC Vitebsk average 34.0 (youngest: A. Skitov (34), oldest: A. Skitov (34)). 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
Neman's starters average 7 league appearances each, versus 0 for FC Vitebsk. 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: I. Kovalevich
Substitutes
Coach: S. Yasinskiy
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Neman have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. FC Vitebsk show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Neman vs FC Vitebsk Head to Head Results
Neman and FC Vitebsk have met 23 times — Neman won 5, FC Vitebsk won 6, with 12 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2015. FC Vitebsk leads the head-to-head with 6 victories from 23 meetings. A combined 42 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.83 per match (19 for the home side, 23 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 9 matches (39%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 7 games (30%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–1 in 2018.
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Recent Meetings (23)
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