Volga Ulyanovsk — Ufa : Match Preview and Prediction for October 20,2025

Volga Ulyanovsk delivered a truly disappointing performance in their last outing. Surprisingly, the Ulyanovsk representatives suffered a crucial defeat against Yenisey, thereby ending a previously stable run. Today, the team faces immense pressure to secure a victory, as they are now perilously close to the relegation zone, separated by just a single point.Despite earlier widespread sentiment that Volga Ulyanovsk had successfully adapted to the new division, their strong form proved fleeting. It’s worth remembering that the team initially enjoyed a fantastic spell, even managing to defeat Torpedo away from home. However, misfortune struck after their poor showing against Neftekhimik, initiating a prolonged slump. They were also knocked out of the domestic cup by a Second Division team and have been unable to secure a single victory in recent FNL matches. For Belov’s squad, a small silver lining is their consistent goal-scoring, as Ulyanovsk has found the net in their last six fixtures; however, their five-defender formation has yet to solidify their defensive vulnerabilities.

Ufa has certainly been a source of curious anecdotes this season. The team seems to constantly find itself embroiled in various odd situations, from their team bus getting fined for traffic violations to encountering flight delays that prevent them from reaching away games on time. These disruptions are perhaps reflected in their precarious position, with Omari Tetradze’s side lingering dangerously close to the relegation places.Their recent match in Saratov concluded in the most agonizing fashion, as Ufa conceded a late goal in the 97th minute, letting a seemingly secure victory slip away, despite having controlled much of the game. This came after the team had endured a night stranded at the airport. Adding to the bizarre narrative, they initially lost to an amateur side in the cup competition, only to have the result overturned by the Russian Football Union (RFU) due to a technicality against their opponent. Such interventions highlight a team struggling to distinguish itself purely through on-field performance. Consequently, Ufa technically remains unbeaten in their last six matches across all competitions, but this streak feels somewhat manufactured, particularly concerning their progress in the Russian Cup.