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Sibir vs Avtomobilist Match Prediction KHL
On September 26, Sibir will face off against Avtomobilist as they seek to secure their seventh consecutive win. The team from Yekaterinburg will aim to halt the New Siberians' momentum, as they themselves are on a three-game winning streak and have historically fared well in past encounters. However, Sibir has yet to disappoint their fans this season, remaining unbeaten on home ice. What bet is the most strategic for this matchup? Find out in our prediction.
Command Analysis
Sibir Novosibirsk
Russian FederationCurrent Form
Sibir has the potential to become the leader of the Eastern Conference and take the top spot in the standings. The team is showing impressive results after a rocky start, currently on a six-game winning streak. It seems that Vadim Yapanchtsev's squad has found its rhythm and is determined not to lose, especially on home ice. The Snowmen are also displaying a strong offensive game, consistently scoring at least three goals per match, despite having serious scoring issues at the beginning of the season.
The Novosibirsk team excels in power plays, boasting a 30.4% success rate. Coaches prioritize defensive players in attacking plays, with defensemen actively contributing to the offense. For instance, Trevor Murphy is the leading scorer, tallying a total of 10 points through goals and assists. Ahead lies a challenging away series for Sibir, so they are sure to give their all in the upcoming match to finish their home stretch on a high note.
Injuries and Suspensions
Currently, Sibir has only one injured player, Dmitry Ovchinnikov.
Interesting Betting Trends
- Sibir wins just 44.6% of face-offs.
The Novosibirsk team struggles in this area and lacks centers with strong face-off statistics.
- Sibir has a 11:10 goals record in the second period.
A majority of the team’s goals are scored in the second period when play is occurring near the far benches.
Avtomobilist Yekaterinburg
Russian FederationCurrent Form
Automobilist sits at the top of the Eastern Conference standings, holding a single point lead over Siberia. The Yekaterinburg team has also earned points in their last five matches and is currently on a three-game winning streak. During this away series, they secured a convincing win against Avangard (3-0) and Lada (1-0), and wrapped up their latest match against Neftekhimik with a 2-1 victory. Notably, the club ranks among the league's most reliable defensive teams, allowing very few goals.
In terms of offense, the team lacks standout leaders, as all forward lines are well-balanced and consistently contribute points. Additionally, Nikolai Zavodukhin's squad excels while a man down, boasting a remarkable 91.9% on the penalty kill. However, it’s important to note that this upcoming matchup will be Automobilist's fourth consecutive road game, which may lead to physical fatigue and affect their ability to keep up with the competition.
Injuries and Suspensions
Currently, there are no injured or suspended players on the Automobilist roster.
Betting Trends
- Automobilist averages nine minutes in penalties per game.
While they excel in penalty killing, they tend to be undisciplined, resulting in numerous penalties.
- The Yekaterinburg squad averages less than 25 shots per game.
Automobilist prioritizes defensive play, leading to reduced offensive activity.
Trends
Bet 1st Period: Total Under 1.5 Goals
In three out of five matches between these teams, the first period ended with no goals
1.65Bet 2nd Period: Home Team Victory
In two of the three matchups against Yekaterinburg's team, Sibir achieved victory in the second period
2.70Tip and bets
In this matchup, we believe that the advantage lies with Siberia. Firstly, the team from Novosibirsk is currently in excellent form and is riding a lengthy winning streak. Secondly, Automobilist has already played three demanding away games in a row, and fatigue might start to set in. The Snowmen are performing exceptionally well both defensively and offensively, and with the backing of their home crowd, they have a better chance of securing two points and rising to the top of the Eastern Conference.
Prediction - Siberia to win with a handicap (0) at 1.87
Bet on Individual Total
The Automobilist team is known for its solid defensive play, allowing very few goals, but they also struggle to score. Meanwhile, the Novosibirsk team has managed to concede less than three goals in their last six matches. Given this trend, it seems challenging for the Automobilist to net three goals in this matchup.
We recommend betting on Automobilist's individual total to be under 2.5 goals at 1.75.
Bet on Total Score
Siberia has been defensively strong in recent games, and Automobilist also exhibits a tough defensive strategy. Notably, in the last four encounters between these teams, no more than four goals were scored in total. This matchup is likely to feature intense competition with a low goal count.
We suggest betting on the total to be under five goals with odds of 1.60.
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