All eyes will be on Home Arena in Germany this Saturday, August 29, 2026 as Zarya Lugansk welcomes Astrahan for a crucial Russia. League 2. Division B. Group 1 fixture. Kick-off is set for 15:00. Under the watchful eye of referee Patrick Ittrich, both teams will look to claim all three points. The forecast shows Clear skies, 20°C for match day. Zarya Lugansk may have to cope without Richter, while Astrahan could be missing Klein. The head-to-head record between these clubs reads: Astrahan 1 - 2 Zarya Lugansk (2023). Astrahan 1 - 0 Zarya Lugansk (2024). Astrahan 3 - 0 Zarya Lugansk (2024). Astrahan 1 - 0 Zarya Lugansk (2025). Astrahan 3 - 3 Zarya Lugansk (2024). Fans and pundits alike are predicting a tight contest, with many tipping a 0:0 outcome.