Dinamo Makhachkala vs Zenit preview and prediction
The match
The Cup sees Dinamo Makhachkala take on Zenit on Wednesday 14 October, kicking off at 16:30 (WAT) at Anzhi Arena.
Form guide
Dinamo Makhachkala's last 5: LLLWL Most recently they lost to FC Orenburg 0–4 away. They average 1.0 scored and 2.7 conceded.
Zenit's last 5: WWDWW Most recently they beat FC Krasnodar 3–2 away. On the road they have won 2 and lost 0 of their last 3. They average 1.7 scored and 1.2 conceded.
Zenit arrive in clearly the better form, averaging 2.2 points a game against 0.5.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 2 September 2026, finished Zenit 3–0 Dinamo Makhachkala. Across their last 5 meetings Dinamo Makhachkala have won 0, Zenit 4, with 1 draw and 1.8 goals per game; both teams scored in 1 of them.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.6 goals: 0.7 for Dinamo Makhachkala and 1.9 for Zenit. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 51%, both teams to score at 57%. Recent games involving both sides have mostly gone over 2.5.
Our pre-match pick was Under 3.5 goals – a 71% chance at odds of 1.36. Predicted score: Dinamo Makhachkala 0–1 Zenit. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Dinamo Makhachkala12%fair 8.04 · @5.30
Draw23%fair 4.29 · @4.30
Zenit64%fair 1.56 · @1.60
2.59Expected goals
0.71Dinamo Makhachkala xG
1.88Zenit xG
57%Both score
51%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
0–114%
0–213%
1–110%
1–29%
0–38%
0–08%
From our goals model: Dinamo Makhachkala 0.7 – 1.9 Zenit expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Dinamo Makhachkala vs Zenit?
Our pick is Under 3.5 goals with a 71% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.36.
Who will win Dinamo Makhachkala vs Zenit?
On our numbers Dinamo Makhachkala have a 12% chance of winning, the draw 23% and Zenit 64%.
How many goals will there be in Dinamo Makhachkala vs Zenit?
We expect about 2.6 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 51% likely and both teams score 57% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Dinamo Makhachkala vs Zenit?
Our predicted score is Dinamo Makhachkala 0–1 Zenit, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.6 goals in total.
When is Dinamo Makhachkala vs Zenit?
Dinamo Makhachkala vs Zenit (Cup) kicks off on Wednesday 14 October 2026 at 16:30 (West Africa Time) at Anzhi Arena.
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.