Match Summary
Spartak Moscow defeated Baltika 2:1. The match was played in Premier League 2023. Goals were scored by T. Bongonda 43′, Q. Promes 84′, Á. Henríquez 90′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Spartak Moscow had 57% possession while Baltika held 43%. Spartak Moscow had 17 shots (5 on target) compared to 14 (7 on target) for Baltika. Expected goals: Spartak Moscow 1.84 — Baltika 0.89. Spartak Moscow made 5 substitutions, Baltika made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Spartak Moscow and Baltika — 3 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Q. Promes
assist: M. Ignatov
assist: M. Kuzmin
Match Statistics
Spartak Moscow had 57% possession against Baltika's 43%. Spartak Moscow registered 17 shots (5 on target) while Baltika managed 14 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 5–2. Fouls committed: 9–12.
Lineups
Spartak Moscow lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation under Guillermo Abascal, while Baltika deployed a 5-3-2 under S. Ignashevich.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Spartak Moscow is 6.55, compared to — for Baltika. 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. Spartak Moscow's highest-rated starter is D. Denisov (6.81), while Baltika's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Spartak Moscow deploy 4 defenders rated 6.38 on average, against Baltika'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
Spartak Moscow field 5 midfielders averaging 6.69, versus Baltika's 3 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
Spartak Moscow start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Baltika 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 48% for Spartak Moscow and —% for Baltika. 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
Spartak Moscow's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Baltika. 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 Spartak Moscow's starting XI is 26.7 (youngest: D. Denisov (23), oldest: R. Zobnin (31)), while Baltika 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
Spartak Moscow's starters average 11 league appearances each, versus 0 for Baltika. 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
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Spartak Moscow have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. Baltika show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Spartak Moscow and Baltika have met 2 times — Spartak Moscow won 0, Baltika won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Baltika leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (0 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–3 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026