Nizhny Novgorod host Krylya Sovetov at the Stadion Nizhny Novgorod for a round of Russia Premier League matches on Sunday afternoon. Nizhny Novgorod currently occupy the 13th position in the league standings on 19 points after 23 games played. While Krylya Sovetov occupy the 12th position on the league table with 25 points after the same number of games. They are separated by six points. Nizhny Novgorod lost their last game 3-1 to Dynamo Moscow to continue their losing streak. While, Kryla Sovetov were held to a 2-2 scoreline by FK Krasnodar in their last weekend game. I expect a win or a draw for the home team for the following reasons:

Firstly. Kryla Sovetov have been too inconsistent throughout the season to be counted on. Their performances lately have been kind of average, as they have been able to win only a game in their last six games. They make too much mistakes at the defence, and have been known to throw away leads recklessly. Their away form has not been good as well, as they have been able to record only a win in their last six away games, while losing three.

Secondly. Nizhny Novgorod have got a point to prove. After the rumored internal emergence meeting they held after their last weekend loss, the charge on them is to turn things around quickly. They focused on their defensive work drills throughout the week, and we should be expecting an improvement to that regards. With the backing of the home fans, we should be expecting them to play out of their skins for a result in this game. Kryla Sovetov is the perfect team to play right now as their inconsistencies can play into their hands to show their determination to turn things around.

This is going to be a closely fought match, as Nizhny Novgorod seek to make a statement of intent. But Kryla Sovetov are not doing so bad in form recently, and should be able to put up a proper fight as well. So, on this, I am expecting a win or a draw for the home team.