Shinnik Yaroslavl vs Chelyabinsk: Prediction, Head-to-Head, Odds & Stats (Sat, 01 Nov '25)

The First League is gearing up for an exciting contest as Shinnik Yaroslavl prepares to clash with Chelyabinsk. Scheduled for Saturday, November 1st at local time, this matchup promises to bring a captivating showdown. For fans and analysts asking who has the upper hand in this duel, let’s dive into the stats and see what insights we can uncover.

Have these squads crossed paths before? Surprisingly, in their last encounters, neither Shinnik Yaroslavl nor Chelyabinsk has managed to claim a victory, and there haven't been any draws registered. Their recent meeting wasn't exactly headline material, as it concluded without a decisive result for either side. Both teams tread carefully past their previous outings with Shinnik Yaroslavl holding Torpedo Moscow to a goalless draw, while Chelyabinsk managed a thrilling 2-2 stalemate against Arsenal Tula.

Standing in domestic league tables reflect the competitive nature of both teams. Shinnik Yaroslavl holds the 10th position, slightly behind Chelyabinsk, who currently sits at the 7th spot. Are their powerhouses on the field? They most certainly are. Chelyabinsk will have to pay close attention to A. Golubev from Shinnik, who stands tall as the team's leading scorer with two formidable goals this season.

In terms of possession, neither side boasts a standout figure, both maintaining a balanced control over the ball in their matchups with an average of 0% possession. When predicting corner kicks, again, the teams match each other with an average of 0 corners per game. On the disciplinary front, Shinnik Yaroslavl has collected 16 yellow cards without seeing red, whereas Chelyabinsk has tallied 23 yellows. Both teams have commendably avoided conceding any penalty goals.

Given the insights, who stands poised to triumph? If Shinnik Yaroslavl can leverage A. Golubev's sharp aiming and tidy up their defensive strategies, they might edge the contest in their favor. Meanwhile, Chelyabinsk’s slightly higher league standing places them in a promising position. With both squads evenly matched, this fixture could swing either way, but Chelyabinsk’s higher league placement just might earn them a slight nod for the win.