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Rotor to Face Direct Competitor Yenisey on November 2
Key Points
* Rotor Volgograd will face off against fellow relegation battlers Yenisey Krasnoyarsk on November 2.
* The match is crucial for both teams, with Rotor currently sitting just one point above the relegation zone.
* Yenisey, meanwhile, is in the relegation zone and in desperate need of points.
In-Depth Analysis
The upcoming clash between Rotor and Yenisey is a six-pointer in the Russian Premier League relegation battle. Rotor currently sits in 14th place, just one point clear of the relegation zone. Yenisey, meanwhile, is in 15th place, in the relegation zone and in desperate need of points.
Both teams have struggled for form this season, with Rotor winning just three of their opening 13 games. Yenisey has fared even worse, winning just one of their opening 13 games.
The match between Rotor and Yenisey is likely to be a close and tense affair. Both teams will be desperate for points, and neither can afford to lose. The match could go a long way to determining which team is relegated from the Russian Premier League at the end of the season.
Key Players to Watch
* Dmitry Poloz (Rotor): The Russian striker is Rotor's leading scorer this season, with four goals in 13 appearances. He will be looking to add to his tally against Yenisey.
* Joel Fameyeh (Yenisey): The Ghanaian striker is Yenisey's leading scorer this season, with three goals in 13 appearances. He will be looking to continue his good form against Rotor.
Prediction
The match between Rotor and Yenisey is likely to be a close and tense affair. Both teams will be desperate for points, and neither can afford to lose. However, Rotor's home advantage could give them the edge. I predict that Rotor will win the match 2-1.