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Friendlies | Fri 05 Jun, 18:00

Russia v Burkina Faso Stats

Data last updated: Thu 04 Jun 2026, 03:49 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Russia and Burkina Faso meet in a friendly where both sides are looking to sharpen their tactical approaches ahead of more competitive fixtures. Russia's recent matches show a moderate attacking output and a tendency to generate set-piece opportunities, while Burkina Faso has demonstrated a compact defensive shape that often concedes corners under pressure. The game is expected to feature phases of sustained pressure and territorial battles, with Russia likely pushing forward to test Burkina Faso's resilience. This dynamic sets the stage for a contest where corner opportunities could be plentiful, reflecting the teams' contrasting styles and recent form.

BT4Y best bet

Over 8.5 Corners

  • Russia averages 6.67 corners per game, indicating steady set-piece creation.
  • Burkina Faso's defensive style often results in conceding corners under pressure.
  • Recent form data shows both teams have moderate attacking intent, supporting corner accumulation.
  • Player stats highlight active attackers like L. Sadulaev who generate multiple shots, increasing corner chances.
  • The model estimates a 75% chance for Over 8.5 Corners, reflecting strong statistical support.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model favors Over 8.5 Corners with a 75% probability, driven by Russia's consistent corner generation and Burkina Faso's defensive tendencies that invite pressure. Russia's attackers, including L. Tyukavin, contribute high shot volumes, often forcing defenders to concede corners. Although Burkina Faso's data is less complete, their style suggests a likelihood of conceding set pieces under sustained attacks. This combination creates a strong statistical case for a high corner count, making Over 8.5 Corners a compelling choice with standard stake guidance.

Russia Average Corners6.67 per game
Strong positive
Model Probability75% chance
Strong positive
Attacking Player ActivityHigh shot and pressure rates from key attackers
Positive
Burkina Faso Defensive StyleConcedes corners under pressure
Positive
Data CompletenessAdequate for Russia, limited for Burkina Faso
Neutral

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Expect Russia to dominate territorial play and force multiple corners through persistent wing attacks and set-piece pressure. The statistical profile of Russia's attackers, combined with Burkina Faso's defensive approach, supports a high corner count. This bet aligns with the tactical battle anticipated in this friendly, where Russia's offensive intent should translate into numerous corner opportunities.

Main risk

The main risk is the limited data on Burkina Faso's corner concession patterns, which means the final corner count could be influenced by their tactical adjustments or match tempo changes.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Corner market rationale

“Russia's attacking players generate significant pressure through frequent shots and wing play, making a high corner count likely against Burkina Faso's compact defense.”

Key Data Signals

Over 8.5 Corners evidence

Russia averages 6.67 corners per game, indicating steady set-piece creation.

Burkina Faso's defensive style often results in conceding corners under pressure.

Recent form data shows both teams have moderate attacking intent, supporting corner accumulation.

Player stats highlight active attackers like L. Sadulaev who generate multiple shots, increasing corner chances.

What To Watch In The Data

Over 8.5 Corners notes

  • Over the last five matches, Russia has shown a moderate tendency for games exceeding 2.5 goals, while Burkina Faso's matches have a higher rate of over 2.5 goals, indicating open play and attacking intent.
  • This trend suggests a tempo that can produce multiple goal-scoring opportunities and defensive clearances, leading to a higher number of corners.
  • The match is likely to feature phases of sustained pressure and transitions conducive to corner accumulation.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Russia1
Avg goals scored
Burkina Faso3
Russia0.67
Avg goals conceded
Burkina Faso0.5
Russia33%
BTTS rate
Burkina Faso50%
Russia33%
Over 2.5 goals
Burkina Faso50%
Best odds for this sectionUnder 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · Model 63% vs implied 50% · edge +12.7 pts
2.01
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 56%
2.28
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BTTS NoBetUK guide price · model 49%
1.54
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 42%
1.77
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Over 1.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 60%
1.21
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Over 3.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 24%
2.68
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While goal-scoring rates are moderate for both teams, with Russia averaging 1 goal per game and Burkina Faso slightly higher, the focus on corners stems from attacking pressure rather than high scoring. Both teams have modest BTTS rates, indicating that while goals may be limited, the build-up play and defensive resilience will generate numerous set-piece situations, particularly corners, as defenses are tested.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Russia

LDW
Last 51W 1D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 101W 1D 1L
28 May 2026A Egypt0-1
31 Mar 2026H Mali0-0
27 Mar 2026H Nicaragua3-1

Burkina Faso

DW
Last 51W 1D 0L
Last 5 record
Last 101W 1D 0L
31 Mar 2026H Guinea-Bissau1-1
28 Mar 2026H Guinea-Bissau5-0
Best odds for this sectionBurkina Faso Draw No BetBet365 guide price · Model 66% vs implied 16% · edge +49.3 pts
6.1
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Burkina Faso to WinBetMGM guide price · model 57%
12.25
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Away / DrawBetMGM guide price · model 82%
2.26
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DrawBetMGM guide price · model 25%
4.65
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Home / DrawBetMGM guide price · model 52%
1.01
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Russia Draw No BetBetUK guide price · model 45%
1.07
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Russia to WinBetfred guide price · model 27%
1.29
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Recent form data shows Russia scoring 1 goal per match and conceding fewer than one, with a 33% rate of matches going over 2.5 goals. Burkina Faso has a slightly higher over 2.5 goals rate at 50%, indicating more open matches. Both teams have corner and shot profiles consistent with an active attacking approach, supporting the likelihood of a match with numerous corners, especially given Russia's steady corner averages and Burkina Faso's defensive tendencies.
Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Best odds for this sectionBurkina Faso Draw No BetBet365 guide price · Model 66% vs implied 16% · edge +49.3 pts
6.1
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Burkina Faso to WinBetMGM guide price · model 57%
12.25
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Over 8.5 CornersBet365 guide price · model 75%
1.72
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 56%
2.28
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DrawBetMGM guide price · model 25%
4.65
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 42%
1.77
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Russia Draw No BetBetUK guide price · model 45%
1.07
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The Over 8.5 Corners market is priced to reflect a strong likelihood of numerous set-piece opportunities, with the model assigning a 75% chance. This indicates a favorable value angle given Russia's average corner count and Burkina Faso's defensive style that tends to concede corners under pressure. The price is not flagged as short, suggesting a balanced market with room for this bet to perform well under expected match conditions.
Corners, cards and shots

Territory, discipline and chance-volume data.

Russia6.67
Avg corners for
Burkina Faso-
Russia11
Avg total corners
Burkina Faso-
Russia1.67
Avg yellow cards
Burkina Faso-
Russia16
Avg shots
Burkina Faso-
Market aligned with main pickOver 9.5 CornersBetMGM guide price · Model 69% vs implied 46% · edge +23.1 pts
2.18
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Over 8.5 CornersBet365 guide price · model 75%
1.72
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Over 10.5 CornersBet365 guide price
2.92
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Russia's average of 6.67 corners per game combined with their average of 16 shots and 5 on target highlights an attacking style that frequently forces defensive clearances resulting in corners. The card data, with Russia averaging 1.67 yellows, suggests a moderately physical game that could lead to fouls and set-piece chances. Burkina Faso's limited data prevents a full assessment, but their defensive approach likely contributes to conceding corners under pressure.
Head-to-head

Recent meetings and how much they still matter.

0Russia wins
0Draws
0Burkina Faso wins
Best odds for this sectionBurkina Faso to WinBetMGM guide price · Model 57% vs implied 8% · edge +48.8 pts
12.25
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 56%
2.28
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DrawBetMGM guide price · model 25%
4.65
Check odds @ 4.65
Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 42%
1.77
Check odds @ 1.77
Russia to WinBetfred guide price · model 27%
1.29
Check odds @ 1.29
No previous head-to-head meetings exist between Russia and Burkina Faso, limiting direct historical insights. Therefore, tactical styles, recent form, and statistical profiles take precedence in assessing corner potential. Russia's established corner generation and Burkina Faso's defensive tendencies provide a more reliable basis for the Over 8.5 Corners bet than historical matchup data.
Season team stats

Friendlies

Russia3
Played
Burkina Faso2
Russia1
Avg goals for
Burkina Faso3
Russia0.7
Avg goals against
Burkina Faso0.5
Russia1
Clean sheets
Burkina Faso1
Best odds for this sectionBurkina Faso Draw No BetBet365 guide price · Model 66% vs implied 16% · edge +49.3 pts
6.1
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Burkina Faso to WinBetMGM guide price · model 57%
12.25
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Russia Draw No BetBetUK guide price · model 45%
1.07
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Russia to WinBetfred guide price · model 27%
1.29
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Season-long statistics reveal Russia's consistent corner generation, averaging nearly 7 corners per game, supported by a high volume of shots and on-target attempts. Burkina Faso's data is less complete but their defensive style and moderate goal concession rate suggest they often face sustained pressure, increasing corner opportunities. These season trends underpin the expectation of a corner-heavy match, reinforcing the Over 8.5 Corners selection.
Player stats

Player-level trends, roles and attacking routes.

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Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

33%Russia Over 2.5
50%Burkina Faso Over 2.5
-H2H avg goals
Over the last five matches, Russia has shown a moderate tendency for games exceeding 2.5 goals, while Burkina Faso's matches have a higher rate of over 2.5 goals, indicating open play and attacking intent. This trend suggests a tempo that can produce multiple goal-scoring opportunities and defensive clearances, leading to a higher number of corners. The match is likely to feature phases of sustained pressure and transitions conducive to corner accumulation.

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