Russia vs. Kazakhstan: Channel One Cup match forecast

Current form

Russia did not have time to prove itself before the Channel One Cup in the new season, not playing a single match. Despite this, the coaching staff selected the optimal roster for the national team, which allowed them to start confidently within the framework of the home tournament. In the first match, the team met with the KHL Stars and left no chance for their competitor, defeating them with a score of 4:1. It is difficult to even single out any of the players, as many distinguished themselves with effective actions.

The Russians were able to consolidate their success in the match with Belarus, in which serious problems arose, but they still managed to snatch victory from their opponents in overtime with great difficulty (4:3). Once again, the attacking line showed itself at a high level.

Interesting trends for betting

• Russia averages 3.3 goals per game
• In the previous match, the team realized only one power play

Current form

Kazakhstan did not start its performance in the Channel One Cup in the best way, having suffered a 1:3 defeat from Belarus. However, it is worth noting that bookmakers singled out their opponent as a clear favorite and did not believe in the success of the Kazakhs at all. Indeed, the team was initially inferior to its competitor in all respects, but still managed to avoid a rout thanks to the excellent play of goalkeeper Shutov, who repelled 44 shots in three periods.

The team then fought the KHL Stars and this time also failed to show their attacking potential, which led to a second failure with a similar score of 1:3. Once again, serious problems arose with both creating and realizing moments in attack, which prevented them from getting points.

Interesting trends for betting

• Kazakhstan concedes an average of three goals per match
• At this tournament, Kazakhstan failed to score a single goal in the second period.