Avangard vs Admiral: easy victory for Avangard?
On September 4, Avangard host Admiral in the second round of KHL. Which team will be stronger? We made predictions for this fixture, which you can find below.

Command Analysis

Avangard Omsk

Avangard had a powerful start to the season, getting a landslide victory over CSKA. The team showed excellent game in defense, and goaltender Hrubec performed a shutout, having saved all 30 shots on target. Forward Cehlarik scored a double and gave two assists.
In the preseason, Avangard played 12 test matches. They didn't look phenomenal in all of them, but nevertheless, most of the games were successful for the team from Omsk.

Admiral Vladivostok

Admiral finally got a chance to play in KHL, but they had a terrible preseason. After defeating Dynamo Minsk (4:3 P), they lost six games in a row.
In the opening game of the new season, Admiral faced Spartak. Admiral played poorly in defense, and in the end, suffered a crushing defeat (1:4). They managed to score the consolation goal four minutes before the siren. Goaltender Nalimov saved only 82% of the shots.
Trends
СтавкаAvangard to score first
In 4 out of 5 head-to-head games, Avangard opened the scoring.

СтавкаGoal in each period - yes
In 4 head-to-head games in a row, the teams scored in each period.

Tip and bets
Avangard are the favourite in this fixture for multiple reasons. Admiral looked not ready in friendly matches, they will have a hard time in the tournament. Avangard are in excellent shape and can easily beat the team from Vladivostok.
Our prediction - Avangard to win with a handicap (-2)
We expect high performance in this game: Admiral have problems in the defensive line, and Avangard should take advantage of that and crush the opponent.
Second wager - total over 4.5 goals.