FC Rostov 3-3 CSKA Moscow – Result & Analysis
Fixture360 only lists fixtures from a curated set of leagues, chosen specifically to keep our prediction model accurate.
Poisson model rates FC Rostov at 45%, yet in-form CSKA Moscow provide a compelling counter-argument — this FC Rostov vs CSKA Moscow fixture contains genuine analytical tension.
✍️ Match Preview
Pre-Match Analysis
FC Rostov and CSKA Moscow meet at Rostov Arena in Premier League (matchday 9). This fixture gets under way on Sunday 24 September 2023 at 18:00 UK time.
Form
FC Rostov (all games): 3W 2D 5L across their last 10 — 1.10 PPG. Last five: W L L L D. They are averaging 1.40 goals per game and conceding 2.20 — a modest attacking output that tempers optimism on the Over 2.5 market. However, 2.20 goals conceded per game is a concern — opposing attacks have exploited them regularly. 1 clean sheet from 10 outings (10%). Both teams have scored in 70% of their games — a high BTTS rate that carries real weight in the goals markets.
At home, FC Rostov have gone 5W 2D 3L in their last 10 home games (1.70 PPG). At home they are averaging 1.50 goals scored and 1.30 conceded per game. Both teams have scored in 70% of their home games — an outstanding BTTS rate that is a key data point for this fixture. Their home PPG of 1.70 is noticeably stronger than their overall 1.10 — FC Rostov are significantly better at home than their overall form suggests.
CSKA Moscow have collected 1.60 PPG across their last 10 games: 4W 4D 2L. Last five: W L D D D. Their attacking form is sharp — 2.00 goals per game is a high-output rate that commands respect in the goals markets. 1 clean sheet from 10 outings (10%). Both teams have scored in 90% of their matches — a high rate that makes Yes a well-evidenced angle from their form.
CSKA Moscow's form when playing away from home: 4W 2D 4L across their last 10 road games (1.40 PPG). Away from home they average 1.40 goals scored and 1.30 conceded per game. Both teams have scored in 70% of their away matches — a high BTTS rate on the road that directly informs this fixture.
CSKA Moscow arrive in superior form — a 0.50 PPG advantage (1.60 vs 1.10) that offsets much of the home-ground benefit. The away side are the form pick, with draw protection the sensible way to manage the home-field uncertainty.
The BTTS picture is exceptionally clear (from FC Rostov's last 10 home games and CSKA Moscow's last 10 away games) — both teams have scored in 70% of FC Rostov's games and 70% of CSKA Moscow's. Both sides above 70% makes BTTS Yes one of the strongest standalone angles in this fixture.
Head-to-Head
The head-to-head record is closely matched — across the 3 H2H matches in our data, CSKA Moscow edge it 2 wins to 0, with 1 draw. Neither side has a commanding advantage. With only 3 H2H matches to go on, treat this as a light input.
Goals have been a feature of this fixture — the 3 H2H matches in our data averaged 3.0 per game, which gives Over 2.5 a solid head-to-head foundation. The most recent of those, on 3 Jun 2023, ended FC Rostov 1–4 CSKA Moscow — a CSKA Moscow win.
With the win record balanced, the strongest H2H signal is in the goals market — at 3.0 goals per game, Over 2.5 is the cleaner angle from the head-to-head data.
Trading & In-Play
FC Rostov — key trading statistics (last 38 games, 19 of them at home): at least one goal arrives before half-time in 68% of their matches in home games; when goalless at HT, a second-half goal follows 82% of the time; two or more arrive in the second half on 54% of those occasions; of the 13 games they trailed at half-time, they recovered to draw or win 46%; BTTS occurs in 74% of their matches (home games); Over 2.5 goals lands in 74% of games (home games); Over 3.5 in 40%.
CSKA Moscow — key trading statistics (last 38 games, 19 of them away): at least one goal arrives before half-time in 74% of their matches in away games; when goalless at HT, a second-half goal follows 75% of the time; they lead at the break 55% of the time; of the 21 games they led at half-time, they failed to win 29%; of the 6 games they trailed at half-time, they recovered to draw or win 33%; BTTS occurs in 63% of their matches (away games); Over 2.5 goals lands in 58% of games (away games).
From a combined perspective, both sides have high BTTS rates — FC Rostov 71% and CSKA Moscow 63% — which reinforces the BTTS Yes angle from in-play data. Over 2.5 goals is well-supported by both sides' in-play profiles (FC Rostov 68% | CSKA Moscow 63%). Note also that CSKA Moscow surrender HT leads in 29% of cases while FC Rostov recover from half-time deficits to draw or win 46% of the time — a dynamic that could influence in-play positioning.
Poisson Model
The Poisson distribution model projects FC Rostov 1.65 xG and CSKA Moscow 1.26 xG. These expected goals figures are the primary input: they feed a goal-probability matrix across all scoreline combinations to derive the result and market probabilities below. Underlying strength ratings: FC Rostov attack 1.049 / defence 0.987 | CSKA Moscow attack 1.093 / defence 1.003. League average goals — home 1.571 / away 1.168. Data: built from FC Rostov's last 38 games and CSKA Moscow's last 38.
Result probabilities: FC Rostov 45% | Draw 27% | CSKA Moscow 28%. Fair-value odds: FC Rostov 2.21 | Draw 3.73 | CSKA Moscow 3.58. FC Rostov hold a narrow Poisson edge at 45% — the draw (27%) is close enough to merit draw-inclusive market consideration.
Goals markets: Over 2.5 probability 56% | BTTS Yes probability 59% | Total xG 2.92. Over 2.5 holds a meaningful probability edge at 56% — the 2.92 total xG provides moderate support, though the model is not projecting a high-scoring game. BTTS Yes at 59% is only a slight lean — neither team is projected to score with enough certainty to make Yes a clear standalone call.
Picks & Verdict
On the Poisson output, FC Rostov are the pick at 45% — moderate model lean. Note a divergence: in-form CSKA Moscow (1.60 PPG) cuts against the Poisson lean — the model adjusts for opposition strength, which raw form results do not. Draw probability of 27% warrants consideration of Double Chance or Draw No Bet on FC Rostov if the outright odds are short. The opposing side holds a 28% win probability per the model — this is not a banker and should be staked accordingly.
Poisson projects 2.92 total expected goals, pointing to Over 2.5 at 56% probability — strong conviction, supported by recent form (FC Rostov's last 10 home games and CSKA Moscow's last 10 away games) averaging 2.8 goals per game and the H2H data averaging 3.0 goals per game across 3 H2H matches.
On the BTTS market, Poisson puts 59% on Yes. Form rates corroborate — both teams scored in: FC Rostov 70% (last 10 home games) | CSKA Moscow 70% (last 10 away games).
🔮 Your Prediction
Sign in to submit your prediction and see how it compares to the rest of the community.
💡 Key Insights
🏟️ Match Context
• Fixture: FC Rostov vs CSKA Moscow | Competition: Premier League, matchday 9 | Venue: Rostov Arena • Kick-off: Sunday 24 September 2023 at 18:00 UK time • Data inputs: head-to-head data, recent form (overall and home/away), the Poisson prediction model and market pricing
📊 Statistical Prediction
• Poisson result probabilities: FC Rostov 45% | Draw 27% | CSKA Moscow 28% • Poisson goal markets: Over 2.5 56% (Under 44%) | BTTS Yes 59% (No 41%) | xG FC Rostov 1.65 / CSKA Moscow 1.26 • Poisson strength factors: FC Rostov attack 1.049 / def 0.987 | CSKA Moscow attack 1.093 / def 1.003 | league avg home 1.571 / away 1.168 • Poisson stance: FC Rostov (45%) — moderate lean
🧮 Prediction Model
1.65
FC Rostov xG
Expected Goals
1.26
CSKA Moscow xG
59%
BTTS
80%
Over 1.5
56%
Over 2.5
33%
Over 3.5
Full score-by-score matrix & model internals in the "Full Poisson Detail" section below ↓
⚠️ This analysis is generated algorithmically from statistical data and is intended for informational purposes only. It does not constitute betting advice. Please gamble responsibly.
❓ FC Rostov vs CSKA Moscow FAQs
What time does FC Rostov vs CSKA Moscow kick off?
FC Rostov vs CSKA Moscow kicked off at 18:00 UK time on Sunday 24 September 2023 at Rostov Arena.
What was the final score in FC Rostov vs CSKA Moscow?
FC Rostov 3 - 3 CSKA Moscow.
Where is FC Rostov vs CSKA Moscow being played?
The match is being played at Rostov Arena.
What competition is FC Rostov vs CSKA Moscow part of?
FC Rostov vs CSKA Moscow is a Premier League fixture (matchday 9) (Russia).
Who is favourite to win FC Rostov vs CSKA Moscow?
Our statistical model gives FC Rostov a 45% chance of winning, CSKA Moscow a 28% chance, and a 27% chance of a draw — making FC Rostov the favourite.
Will both teams score in FC Rostov vs CSKA Moscow?
Our model estimates a 59% probability that both FC Rostov and CSKA Moscow will score, so it leans towards BTTS Yes.
Will FC Rostov vs CSKA Moscow have over 2.5 goals?
Our model puts the probability of over 2.5 goals in this match at 56%, so it leans towards over 2.5 goals.
🧮 Model Insight
Behind the Numbers
The model rates FC Rostov's attack at 1.05x the league average against CSKA Moscow's defence at 1.00x — combine the two and it projects 1.65 expected goals for the hosts. Flip it around — CSKA Moscow's attack (1.09x) against FC Rostov's defence (0.99x) — and the away total comes out at 1.26.
These ratings are built from FC Rostov's last 38 games and CSKA Moscow's last 38 — a full enough recent sample to trust.
Scoreline Breakdown
Of every possible scoreline, 1-1 carries the highest individual probability at 12.8% — still a long way from a near-certainty, which says something about how open this one is on paper. Close behind: 2-1 (9.3%), 1-0 (7.5%). Together the top three scorelines make up 30% of the probability — a moderately spread distribution, typical of a competitive match-up.
Most Likely Outcome
FC Rostov Win
45%
2.21
27%
3.73
28%
3.58
Top 3 Most Likely Scorelines
1 – 1
11.3%
Draw
Most likely
2 – 1
9.3%
Home win
1 – 0
9.0%
Home win
Expected Goals & Win Odds
1.65
FC Rostov xG
Total xG
2.92
1.26
CSKA Moscow xG
2.21
45%
Home win
3.73
27%
Draw
3.58
28%
Away win
Goals Markets
79%
Over 1.5
1.27
21%
Under 1.5
4.76
56%
Over 2.5
1.79
44%
Under 2.5
2.27
33%
Over 3.5
3.03
67%
Under 3.5
1.49
17%
Over 4.5
5.88
83%
Under 4.5
1.20
Match Markets
Both Teams to Score
59%
BTTS Yes
1.69
41%
BTTS No
2.45
Clean Sheet
28%
3.53
19%
5.23
Win to Nil
13%
7.79
5%
18.74
Score Probability Matrix (%)
| H \ A | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 5.4 | 6.8 | 4.3 | 1.8 | 0.6 | 0.1 |
| 1 | 9.0 | 11.3 | 7.1 | 3.0 | 0.9 | 0.2 |
| 2 | 7.4 | 9.3 | 5.9 | 2.5 | 0.8 | 0.2 |
| 3 | 4.1 | 5.2 | 3.3 | 1.4 | 0.4 | 0.1 |
| 4 | 1.7 | 2.1 | 1.3 | 0.6 | 0.2 | – |
| 5 | 0.6 | 0.7 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 0.1 | – |
Green = home win · Grey = draw · Amber = away win · Outlined cell = most likely score
▶ Model Internals
❓ FC Rostov vs CSKA Moscow Prediction FAQs
What is the most likely scoreline for FC Rostov vs CSKA Moscow?
Our Poisson model rates 1-1 as the single most likely exact scoreline, at 12.8%.
How many goals are FC Rostov and CSKA Moscow expected to score?
The model projects 1.65 expected goals for FC Rostov and 1.26 for CSKA Moscow, a combined total of 2.92.
How confident is the prediction model for FC Rostov vs CSKA Moscow?
Not very — the model's leading outcome sits at just 45%, meaning this is rated as a genuinely open contest with no dominant favourite.
📈 Form Insight
The Form Picture
FC Rostov's recent record stands at 17W 10D 11L from 38 games, a 1.61 PPG return, with W-L-L-L-D in the last five.
CSKA Moscow, meanwhile, have gone 20W 10D 8L across 38 games — 1.84 PPG, with W-L-D-D-D in their last five.
There isn't much between them on recent form — 1.61 PPG for FC Rostov against 1.84 for CSKA Moscow. Neither side arrives with a clear form advantage.
Home & Away Splits
At home specifically, FC Rostov have managed 11W 4D 4L from their last 19 home games — 1.95 PPG in front of their own supporters.
CSKA Moscow's away record stands at 7W 5D 7L across their last 19 away games, a 1.37 PPG haul. That's a step down from their 1.84 PPG overall record — away form has been the weaker part of CSKA Moscow's recent record.
Comparing the two in their relevant venue splits, FC Rostov come out ahead — a more targeted read than the overall PPG figures above, since it strips out games played in the opposite context.
Scoring & Defensive Trends
FC Rostov are averaging 1.53 goals scored and 1.58 conceded per game recently; CSKA Moscow are on 1.89 scored and 1.03 conceded.
On BTTS specifically: FC Rostov have seen both teams score in 71% of their recent games; CSKA Moscow in 63%.
Last 38 Results
Current season: same league only · Previous season: all leagues (covers promoted/relegated teams)
FC Rostov
Blended
CSKA Moscow
Blended
FC Rostov (Home) vs CSKA Moscow (Away)
Home games only for the home side · Away games only for the away side
FC Rostov
Blended
CSKA Moscow
Blended
❓ FC Rostov vs CSKA Moscow Form FAQs
What form are FC Rostov and CSKA Moscow in coming into this match?
FC Rostov have gone 17W 10D 11L in their last 38 games (1.61 PPG), while CSKA Moscow have gone 20W 10D 8L in their last 38 (1.84 PPG).
Which team has the better venue record — FC Rostov at home or CSKA Moscow away?
FC Rostov's home record (1.95 PPG) is the stronger of the two venue-specific splits — FC Rostov at home: 1.95 PPG; CSKA Moscow away: 1.37 PPG.
⚔️ Rivalry Insight
History of the Fixture
We have 10 H2H matches between these sides on record, dating back to May 2022 — enough to show some patterns. All of them came in Premier League. The most recent was on 8 August 2026, roughly 3 months ago.
Records & Recent Trends
The most recent 2 H2H matches in our data have all been drawn — an unusually settled run for this fixture.
For context on how one-sided this fixture can get: CSKA Moscow won CSKA Moscow 4-0 FC Rostov on 21 May 2022, the biggest margin in the H2H matches we hold.
Specifically as hosts in this fixture, FC Rostov have gone 1W 4D 0L from the 5 H2H matches in our data played on their own ground against CSKA Moscow — worth weighing alongside the overall series record.
Last 10 Meetings
2
FC Rostov
5
Draws
3
CSKA Moscow
Recent Meetings
❓ FC Rostov vs CSKA Moscow H2H FAQs
What is the head-to-head record between FC Rostov and CSKA Moscow?
Across the 10 head-to-head matches in our data, FC Rostov have won 2, CSKA Moscow have won 3, and 5 have been drawn.
When did FC Rostov and CSKA Moscow last play each other?
The most recent meeting in our data was on 8 August 2026: FC Rostov 0-0 CSKA Moscow.
Who has won more matches between FC Rostov and CSKA Moscow?
CSKA Moscow have the better head-to-head record, with 3 wins from the 10 head-to-head matches in our data.
📈 Trading Insight
How These Sides Start
FC Rostov are typically involved in an early goal — the half-time board shows at least one in 68% of their matches. They've also shown some fight from behind, salvaging a draw or win after trailing at half-time in 60% of those situations.
CSKA Moscow are typically involved in an early goal — the half-time board shows at least one in 74% of their matches. They've gone in front at half-time 42% of the time, though they've let that lead slip 38% of the time they've held it — worth watching if they're only ahead by one.
Goals & Clean Sheets
BTTS has landed consistently for both sides recently — 74% for FC Rostov, 63% for CSKA Moscow — a strong two-way scoring signal.
Goals have flowed in these teams' recent matches — Over 2.5 has landed at 74% for FC Rostov and 58% for CSKA Moscow. Stepping up a level, Over 3.5 has also landed reasonably often — 26% and 21% respectively — worth a look for goal-hungry markets.
Current season: same league only. Previous season: all leagues (covers promoted/relegated teams). All = any venue | Venue = FC Rostov home games / CSKA Moscow away games. HT metrics require half-time score data — shown as — where unavailable.
❓ FC Rostov vs CSKA Moscow Trading FAQs
Do both teams usually score in FC Rostov and CSKA Moscow matches?
Yes — based on recent matches, both teams have scored in 74% of FC Rostov's games and 63% of CSKA Moscow's, a combined rate that favours BTTS Yes.
Are FC Rostov and CSKA Moscow matches usually high-scoring?
Recent trends suggest it could be — Over 2.5 goals has landed in 74% of FC Rostov's matches and 58% of CSKA Moscow's.
Do FC Rostov and CSKA Moscow matches tend to have early goals?
There has been at least one first-half goal in 68% of FC Rostov's recent matches and 74% of CSKA Moscow's — a useful reference point for first-half goal markets.
FC Rostov and CSKA Moscow share the spoils in a 3-3 draw.
📝 Match Report
How It Unfolded
The points were shared at Rostov Arena, Regular Season - 9, as FC Rostov and CSKA Moscow drew 3-3 in the Premier League. That is the final score; the rest of this report grades it against what the data forecast beforehand.
The Model vs The Result
The Poisson model went into this projecting FC Rostov 1.65 xG and CSKA Moscow 1.26 xG, a combined 2.92. The scoreboard read 3-3 for 6 actual goals. FC Rostov beat their projection by 1.3 — clinical relative to the chances the model priced in. CSKA Moscow outscored their 1.26 projection by 1.7. Those figures were built on strength ratings of FC Rostov attack 1.05 / defence 0.99 against CSKA Moscow attack 1.09 / defence 1.00, drawn from 38/38 games (CurrentSeason).
On the result, the model split it FC Rostov 45% | Draw 27% | CSKA Moscow 28%, with FC Rostov to win its most likely call at 45%. The actual draw had been the model's second-ranked read at 27%, so the result diverged from the top call without being a shock.
Goals & Markets
The model rated Over 2.5 goals at 56%. The game delivered 6, so it went over — the model's lean was correct. Over 1.5 had been 80% and landed. Over 3.5 was 33% and came in. On both teams to score, the model sat at 59% and the match saw both sides score — another call in the model's favour. Historically the two sides average 66% Over 2.5 across their same-competition games (FC Rostov 68%, CSKA Moscow 63%), a base rate that agreed with today's over. Their combined BTTS history runs at 67%, which matched the both-scored outcome.
Trading Patterns vs Reality
FC Rostov's trading profile (38 games, 19 home) set some clear expectations: BTTS lands in 71% of their matches — today it did.
CSKA Moscow's trading profile (38 games, 19 away) set some clear expectations: BTTS lands in 63% of their matches — today it did.
Form vs Result
The form lines were close — FC Rostov 1.61 PPG, CSKA Moscow 1.84 PPG — offering no strong steer, and the draw fit that even billing. FC Rostov (home/away splits) scored 3 against a 1.68 average — above their attacking norm and shipped 3 against a 1.26 concession average — a leakier day than usual. CSKA Moscow (home/away splits) scored 3 against a 1.26 average — above their attacking norm and shipped 3 against a 1.21 concession average — a leakier day than usual.
Verdict
Grading the result against the stored data, 2 of 3 pre-match signals came in: result (miss), Over 2.5 (hit), BTTS (hit). A mixed scorecard — the data caught the broad shape of the game but not every market.
💡 Key Insights
⚠️ This match report is generated algorithmically from the final score, our prediction model, and each team's historical form and trading data. Analysis is for informational purposes only.