LiontipsPhiladelphia vs Washington. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (December 22, 2021).
Command Analysis
Since Philadelphia broke their long losing streak, they have been on fire. In the last five games, they only lost to Montreal in a shootout (2:3 SO). They also failed to beat Ottawa in regulation. The Senators leveled the score in the third period, by the Flyers prevailed in overtime (4:3 OT).
The Flyers were more confident against New Jersey (6:1) and Arizona (5:3). Philadelphia's forward Atkinson scored a hat-trick against the Devils and also gave an assist.
Washington recently played only one home game, where they suffered an unexpected defeat to Los Angeles (2:3). The Capitals lost the initiative and conceded two goals in the third period. After that, the Capitals played several matches away, where they showed successful results.
Washington crushed Winnipeg (5:2) and recorded a hard-earned victory over Buffalo (3:2 SO), but lost to Chicago in overtime (4:5 OT).
Trends
СтавкаGoal in each period - no
In 3 out of 4 head-to-head games, the teams failed to score in each period.
Ставка1st period: total under 1.5 goals
In 3 out of 4 head-to-head games, the teams didn't score more than one goal in the first period.
Tip and bets
Philadelphia are in for a tough fight. Washington are on top form and demonstrate strong performance away from home. Moreover, the Flyers have problems with a line-up, as seven of their players are unavailable for this game.
Our prediction - handicap (0) to Washington
Both sides prefer open attacking hockey, which usually results in a large number of goals scored. We would take the over here.
Second bet - total over 5.5 goals
