Match Summary
Zenit Saint Petersburg defeated PFC Sochi 2:0. The match was played in Premier League 2023. Goals were scored by Claudinho 9′ (pen.), M. Cassierra 30′. 1 yellow cards were shown. PFC Sochi had 39% possession while Zenit Saint Petersburg held 61%. PFC Sochi had 9 shots (5 on target) compared to 8 (3 on target) for Zenit Saint Petersburg. PFC Sochi made 5 substitutions, Zenit Saint Petersburg made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Douglas Santos 8′).
Match Events
Key match events between PFC Sochi and Zenit Saint Petersburg — 2 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: I. Sergeev
Match Statistics
PFC Sochi had 39% possession against Zenit Saint Petersburg's 61%. PFC Sochi registered 9 shots (5 on target) while Zenit Saint Petersburg managed 8 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 3–3. Fouls committed: 15–11.
Lineups
PFC Sochi lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under A. Tochilin, while Zenit Saint Petersburg deployed a 4-2-3-1 under S. Semak.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for PFC Sochi is 6.39, compared to 7.15 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. PFC Sochi's highest-rated starter is M. Kramarič (6.43), while Zenit Saint Petersburg's best-rated player is W. Barrios (7.36).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of PFC Sochi have contributed 1 goals and 0 assists this season, led by M. Kramarič (1G). Zenit Saint Petersburg's starters account for 5 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by Gustavo Mantuan (3G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
PFC Sochi deploy 3 defenders rated 6.37 on average, against Zenit Saint Petersburg's 4-man backline averaging 7.08. 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
PFC Sochi field 4 midfielders averaging 6.38, versus Zenit Saint Petersburg's 5 rated 7.21. 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
PFC Sochi start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.43, compared to 1 for Zenit Saint Petersburg 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 —% for PFC Sochi and 51% 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
PFC Sochi's starters have collected 11 yellow cards this season, compared to 10 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 PFC Sochi's starting XI is 29.5 (youngest: Marcelo Alves (27), oldest: K. Zaika (33)), while Zenit Saint Petersburg average 27.7 (youngest: S. Eraković (24), 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
PFC Sochi's starters average 12 league appearances each, versus 16 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.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, PFC Sochi have recorded 0 wins, 1 draws and 5 defeats. Zenit Saint Petersburg show 6 wins, 0 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
PFC Sochi and Zenit Saint Petersburg have met 1 times — PFC Sochi won 0, Zenit Saint Petersburg won 1, 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 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (0 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), 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 (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026