Fakel — Ural : Match Preview and Prediction for October 16,2025

Fakel’s Strong League Performance

Fakel currently holds a commanding lead at the top of the First League standings. The Voronezh side is clearly determined to reclaim its former glory. However, their immediate focus shifts to the national cup, where they face a formidable opponent right from the start.

Immediate Impact of New Coach

Remarkably, following a draw against Chayka, Fakel’s head coach was dismissed. Under the guidance of their new coach, the team immediately embarked on a winning streak. They secured an away victory in Ulyanovsk and, in their most recent league fixture, triumphed over the local side in Yaroslavl. In that particular match, they prevented the opposition from registering a single shot on target. Coach Vasilenko appears to be performing his duties flawlessly so far. Furthermore, Fakel has conceded only a solitary goal in six home matches in the First League, an impressive defensive record.

Ural’s Premier League Ambitions

Ural has long harbored ambitions of returning to the Premier League, positioning themselves as another strong contender for promotion. However, their recent performances have been far from optimal, with the team experiencing intermittent collapses.

Recent Performance Decline and Squad Issues

Initially, their league campaign seemed to get off to a perfect start, suffering only one defeat – a match against Torpedo where they largely dominated. Nevertheless, a recent downturn has seen their form decline significantly in subsequent fixtures. Even against Dinskaya, the team’s performance was subpar, and their squad rotation proved largely ineffective. They have now registered two losses in their latest First League matches, including a humiliating five-goal concession against KAMAZ. Adding to their woes, the team is also grappling with emerging personnel issues.