LiontipsTraktor vs CSKA. Prediction and Betting Tips for KHL (September 23, 2021).
Command Analysis
Traktor lost their winning streak of five games. The team from Chelyabinsk suffered a devastating defeat from Dinamo Minsk (0:5). Traktor's defense completely fell apart, and goaltender Will saved only 83% of the shots. Despite a poor game against Dinamo Minsk, Traktor remain one of the favorites in the Eastern Conference. Currently, they occupy the third line with 13 points.
CSKA are experiencing difficulties in this season. The Army men mounted an away winning streak of three games, but only a victory over Spartak was easy (5:3). Forward Plotnikov scored a hat-trick, and Okulov gave three assists. As for the other games, CSKA had certain difficulties. They conceded first and had to make comebacks. CSKA beat Avtomobilist (3:2 OT) and Barys (1:2 OT) only in overtime. Despite all the setbacks, CSKA are in second place in the standings.
Trends
СтавкаTractor to score 1st
In three head-to-head games in a row, Tractor scored first.
Ставка1st period: total under 1.5
In three head-to-head matches out of four, the teams failed to score more than one goal in the first period.
Tip and bets
Traktor had a terrible game against Dinamo Minsk. This was their first powerful opponent this season, and Traktor immediately demonstrated their weaknesses. On the other hand, CSKA continue to consistently earn points and they should win without any problems.
Our prediction - CSKA to win
We don't think that this game will be high-scoring. CSKA rarely score a large number of goals lately, and neither do Traktor.
Second wager - total under 4.5 goals
