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Spartak vs CSKA: KHL Match Prediction
CSKA and Spartak will face off for their second meeting of the season on September 28. In their first clash of the "derby of All Russia," the red-and-whites emerged victorious, defeating Nikita Nesterov's team in regulation time. The Army Men are showcasing a highly offensive style of hockey under coach Ilya Vorobyov, leading the KHL in goals scored. Will the teams once again thrill the fans with an abundance of goals? Who will come out on top and enhance their standings in the league? Find the answers in our prediction for this matchup.
Command Analysis
Spartak Moscow
Russian FederationCurrent Form
Spartak has recently displayed solid performance on the road. After a loss to Siberia in their first match, they secured two points in Chelyabinsk (3-2, after a shootout) and went on to win against Magnitogorsk (4-3). The team nearly lost their comfortable lead in the game against Metallurg, conceding two goals in the final third. Spartak now sits comfortably in second place in the Western Conference, accumulating 13 points over eight matches.
The Moscow-based squad averages 3.25 goals per game with a shooting accuracy of 10.4%. The leading scorer for Spartak, Ivan Morozov, has tallied seven points (3 goals, 4 assists). Goaltenders Dmitry Nikolaev and Patrik Rybar have been strong on defense, stopping 93.2% of the shots faced, which is sufficient to keep the team in the top half of the league standings.
Suspensions and Injuries
Spartak will enter the derby with their optimal lineup.
Interesting Betting Trends
- The team averages seven minutes in penalty time per game.
The Reds frequently commit penalties but have proven to be effective while short-handed.
- Spartak allows an average of over 33 shots on goal per match.
The team tends to focus more on their offensive plays, often neglecting their defensive responsibilities.
CSKA Moscow
Russian FederationCurrent Form
The current away series for the Army Team began in the Far East. The Red-Blues fell short against Admiral in Vladivostok, losing 2-3 after overtime, but bounced back with a 3-0 victory over Amur in Khabarovsk just a day later. The visitors have now scored points in four consecutive matches, starting with a win against Dynamo Moscow in southern Moscow by 3-1. Nikita Nesterov's squad has climbed back to the top of their conference and now holds third place in the Western standings with 12 points after nine games.
Under Ilya Vorobyov, CSKA plays an open style of hockey and remains the highest-scoring team in the KHL, averaging 3.55 goals per game. Vitaly Abramov leads the KHL scoring chart with 13 points (6+7), joined in the top ten by Prokhor Poltapov (5+6) and Maxim Sorkin (5+5).
Disciplinary Actions and Injuries
Colby Williams suffered an injury and will be unable to assist his team.
Interesting Betting Trends
- The Army Team averages four penalties per game.
The visitors have a solid defensive record, successfully neutralizing 87.1% of opponent power plays.
- CSKA averages 15 blocked shots per game.
The Red-Blues are committed to protecting their goalies by putting themselves in the line of fire to block shots.
Trends
Bet 2nd Period: Total Over 1.5 Goals
In the last three matches at «Megasport Arena», at least two goals have been scored
1.52Bet 3rd Period: Spartak to Score
«Spartak» has scored against CSKA in the third periods for three consecutive games
1.42Tip and bets
Spartak consistently performs well in attack, scoring three or more goals in each match. On the other hand, CSKA stands out as the highest-scoring team in the KHL, playing an exceptionally dynamic style of hockey under head coach Ilya Vorobyov. Encounters between these two teams are rarely dull, and with the season just starting, they have already showcased an exciting brand of play. All key offensive players from both clubs are fit, leaving no reason for this matchup not to be thrilling. We believe the best bet for the second Moscow derby in the regular season is on the total goals over. We anticipate at least six goals scored between the two teams.
Prediction - total over six goals at 1.70
Bet on the Outcome
Spartak has lost just one game in regulation this season, demonstrating top-notch hockey throughout September. CSKA poses a significant threat in attack, but they concede more goals than they score. Currently, the red and white team appears stronger and will benefit from the home crowd advantage. For these reasons, we believe that Alexey Zhamnov's squad is more likely to achieve a favorable result. We recommend a win for the hosts with a draw no bet.
We are placing a bet on Spartak to win with an Asian handicap (0) at 1.82
Bet on the Total for the Second Period
In head-to-head matches, CSKA and Spartak rarely focus solely on defense, while the intensity often peaks in the second period. In four of the last six encounters between these Moscow teams, at least three goals have been scored in the second period. We don't expect this trend to change on Saturday.
We suggest betting on over 2.5 goals in the second period at odds of 2.55
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