Star vs Chelmet: VHL Match Prediction
On October 9, Zvezda will host Chelmet in Moscow. The home team has begun their VHL campaign on a high note, currently sitting at the top of the standings. In contrast, the visitors have struggled to find their rhythm. Will the Moscow squad secure a decisive victory over their opponents, and what bets are worth considering for this match? Find out in our prediction.

Command Analysis

Zvezda Chekhov

Current Form
The Moscow club had a solid last season but was unable to advance past the Round of 16 in the Petrov Cup. This season, Zvezda has started strong with only one loss in regulation time so far and ten victories, including a shootout win against Molot. In their recent matchup, the Army team faced Southern Ural at home, losing 2-3 in overtime. Currently, they sit atop the league table with 22 points.
Interesting Betting Trends
- On average, six goals are scored in Zvezda matches this season
- The team has gone three consecutive games without conceding in the second period

Chelmet Chelyabinsk

Current Form
The club's management has set a minimum objective of reaching the playoffs. Unfortunately, this target seems unlikely as the team from Chelyabinsk has secured only four victories since the season began, placing them at 28th in the standings with nine points. Their start in the VHL has been disappointing, with seven losses out of 11 games. In their latest matchup, Marat Askarov's squad managed to defeat the Penzenskij Diesel 4-2, though they previously lost to Samara's CSK VVS 1-2.
Interesting Betting Trends
- The club has not lost in the third period of their last five matches
- On average, the team scores 2.9 goals per game
Trends
Bet 1st Period: Total Over 1.5 Goals
In 3 of the last 5 home games, more than 1.5 goals were scored in the first period
1.82Bet 3rd Period: Victory for the Stars
The Moscow team won in the third period of 1 out of the last 3 matches
1.83Tip and bets
In this matchup, we favor the home team. The Moscow squad has shown impressive form at the start of the season, securing 10 victories so far. "Zvezda" is likely to claim another win, leveraging their home ice advantage and a stronger team roster.
Our prediction is a point spread of (-1.5) goals on "Zvezda" with odds of 1.90
Total Goals Bet
Both teams favor an attacking style of play. In their last matchup, the opponents scored a combined seven goals, and three of the previous five encounters involving Chelymet showcased high scores. We anticipate an exciting offensive performance.
Prediction – Total over 5.5 goals at odds of 1.85
Individual Team Total Bet
Recently, Zvezda has shown no difficulties converting scoring opportunities. In their last five matches, the Moscow team averaged three goals per game, and we expect the home side to net at least four goals.
Prediction – Zvezda’s individual total over 3.5 goals at 1.92