Volga Ulyanovsk vs Spartak Kostroma preview and prediction
The match
The First League sees Volga Ulyanovsk take on Spartak Kostroma on Friday 18 September, kicking off at 15:00 (WAT) at Trud Stadium (Ulyanovsk). Volga Ulyanovsk are 9th with 22 points from 18 games (in the top half), while Spartak Kostroma sit 6th on 28 points (in the top half).
Form guide
Volga Ulyanovsk's last 5: DDWDL Most recently they drew with FC UFA 2–2 away. They average 1.3 scored and 1.3 conceded.
Spartak Kostroma's last 5: WWWWL Most recently they beat FK Neftekhimik 1–0 at home. On the road they have won 2 and lost 1 of their last 3. They average 1.0 scored and 0.7 conceded. 4 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
Spartak Kostroma arrive in clearly the better form, averaging 2.2 points a game against 1.0.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 28 June 2026, finished Spartak Kostroma 1–1 Volga Ulyanovsk. Across their last 2 meetings Volga Ulyanovsk have won 1, Spartak Kostroma 0, with 1 draw and 1.5 goals per game; both teams scored in 1 of them.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.5 goals: 1.2 for Volga Ulyanovsk and 1.4 for Spartak Kostroma. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 45%, both teams to score at 53%.
Betting angles
Win chances: Volga Ulyanovsk 34%, draw 23%, Spartak Kostroma 43%.
Both teams to score: yes (53%) at 1.82.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Under 3.5 goals – a 75% chance at odds of 1.21. Predicted score: Volga Ulyanovsk 1–1 Spartak Kostroma. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Volga Ulyanovsk34%fair 2.92 · @2.92
Draw23%fair 4.43 · @3.06
Spartak Kostroma43%fair 2.32 · @2.40
2.53Expected goals
1.17Volga Ulyanovsk xG
1.36Spartak Kostroma xG
53%Both score
45%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–113%
0–111%
1–09%
1–29%
0–08%
2–17%
From our goals model: Volga Ulyanovsk 1.2 – 1.4 Spartak Kostroma expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Volga Ulyanovsk vs Spartak Kostroma?
Our pick is Under 3.5 goals with a 75% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.21.
Who will win Volga Ulyanovsk vs Spartak Kostroma?
On our numbers Volga Ulyanovsk have a 34% chance of winning, the draw 23% and Spartak Kostroma 43%.
How many goals will there be in Volga Ulyanovsk vs Spartak Kostroma?
We expect about 2.5 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 45% likely and both teams score 53% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Volga Ulyanovsk vs Spartak Kostroma?
Our predicted score is Volga Ulyanovsk 1–1 Spartak Kostroma, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.5 goals in total.
When is Volga Ulyanovsk vs Spartak Kostroma?
Volga Ulyanovsk vs Spartak Kostroma (First League) kicks off on Friday 18 September 2026 at 15:00 (West Africa Time) at Trud Stadium (Ulyanovsk).
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.
