Match Summary
FC Orenburg defeated Nizhny Novgorod 2:1. The match was played in Premier League 2024. Goals were scored by A. Kasimov 24′, B. Mansilla 45′, T. Vecino 45′ (pen.). 2 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Nizhny Novgorod had 51% possession while FC Orenburg held 49%. Nizhny Novgorod had 9 shots (4 on target) compared to 20 (8 on target) for FC Orenburg. Nizhny Novgorod made 5 substitutions, FC Orenburg made 4. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Vyacheslav Grulev 45′), Card upgrade (Saeid Saharkhizan 90′).
Match Events
Key match events between Nizhny Novgorod and FC Orenburg — 3 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: E. Gürlük
assist: E. Gürlük
Penalty
Match Statistics
Nizhny Novgorod had 51% possession against FC Orenburg's 49%. Nizhny Novgorod registered 9 shots (4 on target) while FC Orenburg managed 20 (8 on target). Corner kicks: 5–13. Fouls committed: 12–17.
Lineups
Nizhny Novgorod lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under V. Goncharenko, while FC Orenburg deployed a 4-2-3-1 under V. Slišković.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Nizhny Novgorod is 6.76, compared to 6.88 for FC Orenburg. 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. Nizhny Novgorod's highest-rated starter is N. Medvedev (7.04), while FC Orenburg's best-rated player is E. Gürlük (7.17).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Nizhny Novgorod have contributed 9 goals and 0 assists this season, led by J. Boselli (7G). FC Orenburg's starters account for 4 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by E. Gürlük (4G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Nizhny Novgorod deploy 4 defenders rated 6.84 on average, against FC Orenburg's 4-man backline averaging 6.78. 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
Nizhny Novgorod field 5 midfielders averaging 6.70, versus FC Orenburg's 5 rated 6.93. 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
Nizhny Novgorod start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.52, compared to 1 for FC Orenburg 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.
Discipline
Nizhny Novgorod's starters have collected 21 yellow cards this season, compared to 6 for FC Orenburg. 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 Nizhny Novgorod's starting XI is 26.6 (youngest: V. Aleksandrov (23), oldest: N. Medvedev (31)), while FC Orenburg average 23.7 (youngest: A. Kasimov (22), oldest: D. Rybchinskiy (27)). 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
Nizhny Novgorod's starters average 15 league appearances each, versus 15 for FC Orenburg. 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, Nizhny Novgorod have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. FC Orenburg show 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Nizhny Novgorod and FC Orenburg have met 1 times — Nizhny Novgorod won 1, FC Orenburg won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Nizhny Novgorod 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