Daniil Veselov

① Lokomotiv's defensive solidity and home support should keep Akhmat at bay.

② Akhmat Grozny will try to make inroads, but the hosts look to dictate.

③ If Lokomotiv starts strong, the game could be wrapped up early.

① Lokomotiv Moscow's attack carries more threat in the away fixture.

② Arsenal Tula will try to pressure the visitors but may concede late.

③ An entertaining and physical derby could feature goals from both sides.

① Lokomotiv's squad quality and home advantage should control the match.

② Nizhny Novgorod may struggle to break through; Lokomotiv's front line could finish chances.

③ Recent results favor Lokomotiv; a clean sheet is plausible, leading to 2-0.