Tambov Neftyanik Match prediction for VHL clash
On October 9, Tambov will host Nefteyik on their home turf. The home team has secured three victories during their away game series and is ready to challenge the Cup of Petrov holder. Will the rivals settle the outcome in regulation time, and what betting options will we see in this match? Find the answers in our prediction.

Command Analysis

HC Tambov

Current Form
This season, the Tambov team is starting to gain momentum, securing three victories in their last four matches. The club triumphed over Molot (4-3), Izhstal (7-1), and Toros (4-1). However, they faced a setback in their latest match against the VHL newcomer Olimpiya, losing 1-4. So far, the team has recorded four wins, scored 24 goals, and earned 10 points. Tambov currently sits at a modest 27th place in the standings, trailing the top 16 by three points.
Interesting Betting Trends
- The team has an average of 2.4 goals scored per game this season
- In their last five matches, the club has not lost in the second period

Neftyanik Almetyevsk

Current Form
Last season, Neftyanik claimed the Petrov Cup but finished the regular season in ninth place. In the playoff finals, they faced Tula's AKM and lost decisively 4-0. The start of this season has been challenging for the team, currently sitting in 23rd place on the standings with just 12 points. Recently, they managed to overcome Rostov in a thrilling shootout.
Interesting Betting Trends
- The team has taken six games to overtime this season
- On average, the club scores 2.3 goals per game
Trends
Bet 1st Period: Total Over 1.5 Goals
In the last three home games, over 1.5 goals were scored in the first period
1.95Bet 2nd Period: Win for Tambov
In 2 of the last 3 matches, the home team won in the second period
2.75Tip and bets
The competitors favor a defensive playing style and will rely on counterattacks. In three of their last five matchups, Tambov displayed low scoring, suggesting that a goal fest is unlikely today.
Prediction – total fewer than 5.5 goals with odds of 1.65
Outcome Bet
In this match, the home team is the favorite. Tambov has been performing better than their opponents, who have struggled to deliver convincing performances. Tambov is likely to secure their fifth win of the season, leveraging their home advantage and fan support.
Prediction - Tambov to win the match with odds of 1.85
Individual Total Bet
Tambov has shown no issues with scoring in recent games. In the last five matches, they netted 17 goals against opponents, and we anticipate the home team will score at least three goals.
Prediction - Tambov’s individual total over 2.5 goals at 1.88