Akhmat vs Dynamo - Cup

All eyes turn to the home ground on October 14, 2026 as Akhmat welcome Dynamo in a Cup encounter that promises tension, intrigue and no shortage of subplot. O'Neill made five changes for Celtic's midweek win at St Johnstone as he rested some key players ahead of Sunday's clash.

Both Akhmat and Dynamo will be eager to build momentum when they meet in Cup. The hosts will be looking to find their rhythm and put a run of results together. The visitors will travel in the hope that a change of scene can spark a turnaround, whatever the form book says. The position of goalkeeper is vital in Fantasy Premier League.

How the two sides approach the contest strategically will be key. Akhmat will want to control proceedings in front of their own supporters, while Dynamo will back themselves to cause problems on the break. In his press conference on Friday, Tuchel admitted it 'hurt him' not to play the United man in America.

All eyes will be on the league's leading marksman Matheus Reis, whose 1 goals this season make him the standout threat and a player capable of deciding the outcome on his own. The battle in midfield, where both sides look to control tempo, could prove the decisive arena. Michael Carrick wants a younger defender who can eventually succeed Luke Shaw, whose fitness record makes it difficult to rely on him throughout a demanding campaign.

Predicting an outright winner is no easy task given how little separates the two sides on paper. A share of the spoils looks the most probable outcome, with neither side holding a decisive edge — a 1-1 draw feels like a fitting result. With positions in the Cup table to defend and momentum to chase, neither side can afford to leave anything in the tank. All I ever wanted to do was win a championship for the New York Giants.” Beckham Jr is likely to play in the Giants’ first preseason game against the Minnesota Vikings at MetLife Stadium next weekend.