LiontipsAvangard vs CSKA. Prediction and Betting Tips for KHL final series (April 24, 2021).
Command Analysis
Avangard had shown character in the games against Ak Bars and had proved that they are worthy to play in the Gagarin Cup final this season. But it had been immediately clear that the Omsk team would have a hard time in the final series. We remind you that a couple of years ago they had already lost in the final to CSKA with a score of 0:4, and back then they could not get a win in a single match.
The Hawks have had significant losses in their squad and were forced to play without Emelin, Yakupov, and Chudinov, who are key to Avangard. After winning the opening game of the series, the team was defeated in two matches in a row. At home, Bob Hartley's men scored first, but they could not bring the matter to a victorious end - 1:2.
CSKA are very close to lifting the cup over their heads again. Konstantin Okulov, who is the main scorer in the squad, has already scored 19 points (goals and assists) and gained excellent form during the playoffs. By the way, in the previous match, the hockey player also scored a goal and gave an assist.
The Muscovites are known for their disciplined defense, and they usually concede no more than two goals per game. Plus, Lars Johansson has been very reliable in the cage. We would like to mention, that Igor Nikitin at the press conference said that Maxim Mamin's appearance in the next game is possible. He would definitely strengthen the Red Army.
Trends
Ставка1st period: total under 1.5
In three out of five H2H games, less than two goals were scored in the first period.
СтавкаAvangard to score first
The team from Omsk scored first in 2 out of 3 games.
Tip and bets
Avangard must win the upcoming game at all costs. Otherwise, the series may end in Moscow. Omsk team can do this if they improve their powerplay. The Hawks in general had a good game in the previous match, therefore, at least, they should not lose in regulation time.
Our prediction is Avangard to not lose.
CSKA broke through Avangard's defenses more than twice in only one game out of three. Most likely, both teams will act very carefully in defense, and the guests will fail to score three goals again.
Our second bet is CSKA's individual total under 2.5 goals.
