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Sochi vs Severstal: KHL Match Preview
On October 1, the KHL regular season will feature a match between Sochi and Severstal. Previous encounters have seen the Cherepovets team achieve significant victories over their rivals. It's no secret that they are considered the favorites in this matchup. The Leopards are currently on a lengthy losing streak, having failed to earn any points in their recent games. Will the Sochi team be able to surprise their fans at home? Find out in our prediction.
Command Analysis
HC Sochi
Russian FederationCurrent Form
Sochi is currently trailing their nearest competitor by four points and sits at the bottom of the Western Conference standings. It's likely that the team won't be able to improve their position anytime soon, if at all. The team is in poor form, having lost five consecutive matches in regulation time. They recently returned from a road trip where they fell to Ak Bars (2-5), Siberia (2-4), Barys (0-1), and Lokomotiv (1-3). In their last two games, the Leopards have managed to score only once.
However, under the leadership of Sergey Zubov, the squad also struggles defensively, ranking among the teams that concede the most goals in the league. The coaching staff faces a challenging situation, as finding a solution seems nearly impossible. Nevertheless, a lengthy homestand consisting of six games could offer a chance for the team to regroup.
Injuries and Suspensions
Garaev, Krishtof, and Manukhov will miss the game due to injury.
Interesting Betting Trends
- Statistics show the team concedes an average of 3.67 goals per game.
Sochi ranks among the weakest defensive teams and is second in the league for goals allowed.
- Sochi allows an average of 35 shots on their goal per match.
The Leopards spend considerable time in their own zone, frequently on the defensive.
Severstal Cherepovets
Russian FederationCurrent Form
Severstal sits in fifth place in the Western Conference standings and is quite satisfied with its current position. However, the team has recently faced a tough streak with three consecutive away losses, falling to Minsk (1:3), Lokomotiv (1:4), and SKA (5:8). Fortunately, they found redemption in their latest match against the Bison, winning 3:2. Overall, Andrey Kozyrev's squad has been solid offensively, consistently scoring at least three goals per game.
Nevertheless, Severstal struggles with its power play, boasting a mere 13.2% efficiency. On the other hand, their penalty kill is impressive, operating at 84.8%. It's worth noting that Severstal has recently endured a challenging and packed schedule, which may have affected the players' physical condition.
Injuries and Suspensions
The roster is free of injuries or suspensions.
Notable Betting Trends
- Severstal averages only six penalties per game.
The Cherepovets team employs a combination-based style of play, focusing more on offense and resulting in fewer penalties.
- Cherepovets earns an average of 5.45 minutes of penalty time per match.
Kozyrev's team ranks among the most disciplined in the league, showing minimal instances of penalization.
Trends
Bet 1st Period: Total Over 1.5 Goals
In four out of five games featuring the guests, the first period has been high-scoring
1.79Bet 3rd Period: Guests to Win
In the last two matchups, the visitors triumphed in the third period
2.15Tip and bets
Sochi has little to offer Severstal in the upcoming match. The team from Cherepovets should aim for a victory and secure two points. The only potential hurdle could be their physical condition, having already played four away games. However, Andrey Kozyrev must effectively motivate his players to avoid ending their opponent's five-game losing streak. Additionally, in their head-to-head matchups, the steelworkers hold a significant advantage, making their outright win a strong bet.
Prediction - Severstal victory at 1.85
Bet on Individual Total
The Sochi team has faced numerous challenges in recent matches, struggling to find the back of the net. In their last four games, they failed to score more than two goals. Additionally, the Cherepovets team has kept their opponents to under three goals in their last two encounters with the Leopards. The home team's offensive efforts have been lacking, so we suggest placing a bet on their individual total.
We recommend betting on Sochi's individual total to be under 2.5 goals at odds of 1.77.
Bet on Total Goals
Previous matchups between these clubs have been thrilling, often ending with six or more goals. While Sochi will aim to net one or two goals at home, they are likely to concede several as well. The Cherepovets team has been prolific in scoring recently, so we anticipate at least six goals in the upcoming clash.
We are placing a bet on the total to be over 5.5 goals at odds of 1.77.
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