The clash between Dynamo Moscow and Dynamo Makhachkala on the 9th of August promises to be a proper test for both sides as the new season rolls on. Moscow boys have started on a shaky note and fans are already feeling the heat after just two games. Meanwhile the visitors from Dagestan have turned plenty of heads with their fearless approach and they keep finding ways to nick results even when the odds look stacked against them.
Team Form
Dynamo Moscow sit 13th on the table with just a single point from their opening fixtures and the pressure is mounting fast. They drew the first game at home against Krylya Sovetov after bossing the opening half only to fade badly in the second. The trip to Baltika ended in a 1-2 defeat where they again lost control after the break and shipped two goals.
- Zero wins in two league outings
- Struggled to hold leads or momentum in second halves
- Currently one of the most inconsistent sides in the division
On the other side Dynamo Makhachkala have surprised everyone by staying unbeaten in their first two matches. They came from behind to beat Fakel 2-1 away and repeated the trick against Lokomotiv with another 2-1 victory. The side has already matched their win tally from the entire spring half of last season.
Tactical Analysis
Under Sandro Schwarz the Moscow team look heavy in possession but lack the cutting edge once the game opens up. They press high early but tire quickly allowing opponents to exploit spaces on the counter. Makhachkala on the other hand thrive on resilience and quick transitions led by Vadim Evseev who has instilled a never-say-die spirit in the squad.
- Moscow show strong xG in first halves but drop sharply after the interval
- Makhachkala have scored in nine of their last ten matches across all competitions
- Both teams have defensive lapses that could lead to open exchanges
Betting Proposal
Given the attacking patterns on display and the visitors hunger to keep their scoring run alive this fixture looks primed for goals at both ends. The types are pointing towards an entertaining battle where neither side will want to sit back completely. Backing both teams to find the net offers real value at the current price.
Both teams to score yes at odds of 2.05
