Match Summary
Zenit Saint Petersburg defeated Spartak Moscow 3:2. The match was played in Premier League 2022. Goals were scored by Claudinho 13′, K. Baldé 33′, A. Mostovoy 39′, Q. Promes 85′ (pen.), I. Sergeev 90′. 5 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Zenit Saint Petersburg had 50% possession while Spartak Moscow held 50%. Zenit Saint Petersburg had 9 shots (3 on target) compared to 16 (4 on target) for Spartak Moscow. Zenit Saint Petersburg made 5 substitutions, Spartak Moscow made 4. VAR was involved: Card upgrade (Alexis Duarte 75′).
Match Events
Key match events between Zenit Saint Petersburg and Spartak Moscow — 5 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Q. Promes
assist: Claudinho
Penalty
assist: Gustavo Mantuan
Match Statistics
Zenit Saint Petersburg had 50% possession against Spartak Moscow's 50%. Zenit Saint Petersburg registered 9 shots (3 on target) while Spartak Moscow managed 16 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 5–11. Fouls committed: 3–10.
Lineups
Zenit Saint Petersburg lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under S. Semak, while Spartak Moscow deployed a 4-3-3 under Guillermo Abascal.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Zenit Saint Petersburg is 7.21, compared to 6.54 for Spartak 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 W. Barrios (7.36), while Spartak Moscow's best-rated player is D. Denisov (6.81).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Zenit Saint Petersburg have contributed 1 goals and 1 assists this season, led by Douglas Santos (1G). Spartak Moscow's starters account for 1 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by A. Zinkovskiy (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Zenit Saint Petersburg deploy 4 defenders rated 7.06 on average, against Spartak Moscow's 4-man backline averaging 6.47. 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 3 midfielders averaging 7.36, versus Spartak Moscow's 3 rated 6.65. 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 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Spartak 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 49% for Zenit Saint Petersburg and 48% for Spartak 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.
Discipline
Zenit Saint Petersburg's starters have collected 4 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 for Spartak Moscow. 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 Zenit Saint Petersburg's starting XI is 31.0 (youngest: V. Karavaev (30), oldest: W. Barrios (32)), while Spartak Moscow average 27.4 (youngest: D. Denisov (23), oldest: R. Zobnin (31)). 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 16 league appearances each, versus 10 for Spartak 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
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Zenit Saint Petersburg have recorded 6 wins, 0 draws and 0 defeats. Spartak Moscow show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Zenit Saint Petersburg and Spartak Moscow have met 3 times — Zenit Saint Petersburg won 2, Spartak Moscow won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Zenit Saint Petersburg leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 9 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (7 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (33%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (67%), 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 2–2 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (3)
API data: 15 Mar 2026