Match Summary
Zenit Saint Petersburg defeated Ural 4:0. The match was played in Premier League 2023. Goals were scored by I. Sergeev 8′, M. Cassierra 30′, Claudinho 45′, M. Cassierra 68′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Zenit Saint Petersburg had 67% possession while Ural held 33%. Zenit Saint Petersburg had 15 shots (7 on target) compared to 4 (0 on target) for Ural. Expected goals: Zenit Saint Petersburg 2.12 — Ural 0.27. Zenit Saint Petersburg made 5 substitutions, Ural made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty cancelled (Silvije Begić 89′).
Match Events
Key match events between Zenit Saint Petersburg and Ural — 4 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Claudinho
assist: W. Barrios
assist: Wendel
Match Statistics
Zenit Saint Petersburg had 67% possession against Ural's 33%. Zenit Saint Petersburg registered 15 shots (7 on target) while Ural managed 4 (0 on target). Corner kicks: 6–3. Fouls committed: 7–15.
Lineups
Zenit Saint Petersburg lined up in a 5-3-2 formation under S. Semak, while Ural deployed a 4-2-3-1 under V. Goncharenko.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Zenit Saint Petersburg is 7.19, compared to — for Ural. 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 Ural's best-rated player is —.
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Zenit Saint Petersburg have contributed 2 goals and 3 assists this season, led by Douglas Santos (1G). Ural's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. 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 5 defenders rated 7.06 on average, against Ural's 4-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 3 midfielders averaging 7.26, versus Ural'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 1 for Ural 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 51% for Zenit Saint Petersburg and —% for Ural. 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 5 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Ural. 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 30.3 (youngest: Wendel (28), oldest: W. Barrios (32)), while Ural 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 16 league appearances each, versus 0 for Ural. 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, Zenit Saint Petersburg have recorded 6 wins, 0 draws and 0 defeats. Ural show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Zenit Saint Petersburg and Ural have met 1 times — Zenit Saint Petersburg won 1, Ural won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Zenit Saint Petersburg leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.00 per match (3 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–1 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026