LiontipsTraktor vs Kunlun Red Star. Prediction and Betting Tips for KHL (September 18, 2021).
Command Analysis
Traktor played almost all of their matches away, but they have had a very confident start in the regular season. In six games, the team from Chelyabinsk suffered only one defeat from Jokerit (4:5 OT). The Bears were close to a victory but couldn't maintain the advantage, allowing their opponent to level the score. The team also had difficulties against Siberia and Severstal but managed to beat the opponents in overtime and shootouts. Traktor are in excellent shape and finally will play at home.
As expected, Kunlun Red Star did not play well in the opening matches of the season. They got only two victories over Ak Bars (4:3) and Sochi (3:2 B). In the rest of the fixtures, Kunlun were defeated. The Chinese club looked especially bad against Avtomobilst and Salavat Yulaev, demonstrating very poor defensive play.
Trends
СтавкаGoal in each period - yes
In 3 straight head-to-head games, the teams scored in each period.
СтавкаTraktor to score 1st
In 4 out of 5 head-to-head games, Traktor opened the scoring.
Tip and bets
Traktor are playing at home, where they should get a victory. The team is in great shape, they score points in every match. This looks like a confident win for Traktor.
Our prediction - Traktor to win with a handicap (-2)
In head-to-head games, the opponents rarely sit on the defensive, which is why we think this will be a high-scoring game, especially considering Kunlun's problems in defense.
Second wager - total over 5.5 goals
