FK Rostov 1, PFK CSKA Moskva 1

MOSKVA (Interstat) — In a match that defied pregame projections, PFK CSKA Moskva and FK Rostov opened their Russian Premier League campaigns with a 1-1 draw Tuesday at VEB Arena, a result that saw the visiting side claw back for a share of the points. The contest, played on April 21, 2026, was statistically dominated by the home side from the outset. Interstat’s game simulator had projected a 1-0 victory for CSKA, with its ELO system giving the Army Men an 80.40 percent probability to win. For much of the first half, that forecast appeared accurate as CSKA controlled possession… Read more...