Sochi vs FK Rostov tips and predictions

Sochi looking hard to oppose

With 9 points between them, it's third placed Sochi versus 13th placed FK Rostov in this Premier League clash.

It's not exactly unique to be picking the odds-on home side but that's the recommendation here. If anything you could make a case for them being a bit shorter.

If their respective results are an indicator of what's to come, Sochi are the in-form side. The hosts have registered 12 wins in their last 19 matches while the visitors have lost 11 of their last 18 matches, away and at home. They're likely to taste defeat again here.

The hosts have strung together some superb passages in their previous displays. Sochi have scored two or more goals in 13 of their recent 19 matches while keeping alert at the back. In defence, they have conceded no more than once in all of their last 8 home games.

Most observers will understand that the travelling team is really up against it.

FK Rostov can be hit when they lose their shape. They've conceded at least once in all of their last 13 matches. Reviewing these numbers creates plenty of encouragement for the home side. They'll come into the match looking to pick holes that may appear in the visitors' defence.

Sochi are the clear favourites but things could get interesting if FK Rostov can grab a consolation goal. In which case the BTTS Yes looks good.