Lokomotiv Moscow vs Khimki Prediction & Betting Tips (28 August)

Lokomotiv Moscow realistic ambitions of for the Russian Cup, with a recent record of six wins in seven home matches providing their bid for a place at the Russian Cup top table with a real boost. Irrespective of which division they have been operating in, Khimki have struggled on their travels of late, suffering an alarming nine defeats in 12 trips.

When Khimki come to town, excitement is usually guaranteed, with 10 of Khimki 14 top-flight trips this season serving up over 2.5 goals. The coach depleted side scored three times during the last games, whilst the net has bulged on at least three occasions in 10 of Lokomotiv Moscow last 15 Russian Cup matches.

There tends to be excitement at both ends when Khimki take to the field in the Russian Cup, with Khimki coach charges both scoring and conceding in six consecutive matches. Given that this has also been the case in 15 of the most recent 19 Lokomotiv Moscow home games at this level, it would come as a surprise were either keeper to emerge with a clean sheet.