Pari NN vs Dynamo Makhachkala Prediction & Betting Tips (16 September)

Pari NN and Dynamo Makhachkala are set to collide in a pivotal Russian Cup Group 3 clash on September 16, with both sides chasing progression in a tightly contested pool. Pari NN, currently third in the group, have endured a turbulent run of form, winning just one of their last three cup matches. Under the guidance of Aleksey Shpilevski, the team has struggled to find consistency, though their recent 2-0 win over Dynamo Makhachkala in the Premier League offers a psychological edge heading into this fixture. The attacking trio of Olakunle Olusegun, Renaldo Cephas, and Thiago Vecino will be crucial if Pari NN are to break down a resilient Dynamo backline.

Dynamo Makhachkala, led by head coach Khasanbi Bidzhiyev, arrive in Novgorod riding a wave of momentum. They top Group 3 with two wins and a draw, including a gritty 1-0 victory over Pari NN earlier in the Cup campaign. Their defensive discipline has been a standout feature, with Jemal Tabidze and Mutalip Alibekov anchoring a backline that has conceded just twice in three group matches. Up front, Gamid Agalarov and Nikita Glushkov have shown flashes of brilliance, and their ability to convert half-chances could be decisive in a match expected to be tightly contested.

Recent injuries have slightly dented Dynamo’s depth, with Aleksandr Sandrachuk and Jan Đapo sidelined due to ligament issues. However, the emergence of Mohammadjavad Hosseinnezhad and Houssem Eddine Mrezigue in midfield has added a layer of creativity and control that was previously lacking. For Pari NN, the midfield engine room—featuring Daniil Lesovoy and Mamadou Maiga—will need to dictate tempo early to prevent Dynamo from settling into their compact shape. Both teams have shown vulnerability when pressed high, suggesting that early aggression could tilt the balance.

Despite Dynamo’s strong cup form, Pari NN’s home advantage and recent head-to-head success suggest a narrow edge. Expect a cagey opening, with both sides probing cautiously before the game opens up in the second half. Pari NN’s ability to capitalize on set pieces and second balls could prove decisive, and with the likes of Vecino lurking in the box, a late winner isn’t out of the question. The prediction leans toward a 2-1 victory for Pari NN—an outcome that would inject fresh life into their cup campaign and shake up the group standings.