Ural — Sokol Saratov : Match Preview and Prediction for November 01,2025

Ural’s Resurgence and Defensive Outlook

Consistent Performance and Tactical Approach

Victories against Chayka (1-0) and Arsenal (2-1) further underscore the class difference between Ural and teams in the lower half of the table. In Tula, the Yekaterinburg side restricted their opponents to only three shots on target – a defensive display matched by only three other teams in the previous round. In their last four home matches, Romashchenko’s team has seen under 2.5 goals scored three times, indicating their comfort in managing games at a slower pace.

Sokol’s Defensive Strength and Recent Form

Sokol is among the least prolific teams in the First League. By the 17th round, the Saratov side had only exceeded 2.5 goals in three matches, a statistic shared with Fakel and Shinnik, marking the lowest in the league. Despite their modest attacking output, Kascelan’s team has collected points in four consecutive rounds. Against Volga (1-0), they displayed strong defensive organization, supported by their fans (5-3 shots on target). It is evident that the underdog will maintain their disciplined approach in Yekaterinburg as they strive to climb out of the relegation zone.

Historical Head-to-Head and Final Verdict

In their previous campaign encounters, Ural failed to overcome Sokol twice, with both matches ending in 0-0 draws, despite Sokol spending most of that season in the relegation zone. Considering these factors, a reliable prediction points towards a low-scoring affair, favoring the “Total Goals Under” market.