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Neftekhimik vs. Traktor: KHL match forecast
On December 30, Neftekhimik will host the clear favorite, Traktor. The Wolves are in terrible shape and have not been able to achieve success for four matches in a row. Will the Chelyabinsk team be able to take advantage of their competitor decline? You will find the answer in our forecast, which also contains current bets
Command Analysis
Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk
Russian FederationCurrent form
Neftekhimik is having serious difficulties scoring points. In six games, the team has only won once, against Kunlun, with a score of 5:2. The Wolves are currently experiencing a series of failures, which began with a defeat on home ice. In the match with Avangard, the team was ahead in the score, but lost in overtime 3:4. Despite active play in attack, there were problems with the implementation of numerous moments. Nevertheless, it is worth noting forward Belozerov, who scored two goals.
After the home defeat, the "wolves" went on an away series, where they met with CSKA and suffered a crushing defeat with a score of 4:7. This time, goalkeeper Dolganov played especially poorly, missing 80% of the shots. It seemed that the team would be able to put up a fight against Severstal, but the defensive line failed again, allowing the opponent to create many dangerous moments near their goal. As a result, the club again lost with a score of 1:4. This time, the goal was defended by Zagidulin, who also could not cope with such a number of shots. Returning to the home arena, the team was finally able to play reliably in defense, thanks to which in the return match with CSKA they imposed a serious fight on him, but in the end suffered an offensive defeat in a shootout (1:2). A large number of lost points led to the fact that the club may soon leave the playoff zone, as it has already dropped to eighth place in the Eastern Conference table.
Disqualifications and injuries
Neftekhimik has no serious problems with its roster. Only Abrosivom and Dergachev remain in the infirmary.
Interesting trends for betting
- The Wolves are averaging 2.26 goals per game.
The club main problem is its extremely low attacking performance, which prevents it from achieving significant success.
- On average, Nizhnekamsk players receive seven penalty minutes per match.
On the other hand, Neftekhimik is distinguished by good discipline and rarely breaks the rules.
Traktor
Russian FederationCurrent form
Traktor continues to be on the decline, and the losing streak has already reached two games in a row. In the first match, the team played away to Avtomobilist, where it was unable to fully demonstrate its attacking potential, suffering a 1:3 defeat. The Chelyabinsk team opened the scoring in the second period and it seemed that they would be able to maintain the advantage, but in a minute and a half the Yekaterinburg team tied the score, and then scored another puck. Despite the failure, it is worth praising goalkeeper Fukale, who reflected 94% of the shots, which allowed them to avoid a rout.
Continuing to play away, the team met with another very serious opponent, Ak Bars, and this time they had to suffer a dry defeat with a score of 0:4. First, the Chelyabinsk team missed a puck while short-handed, and then allowed the Kazan team to realize their potential after a penalty. This time, the club attack line looked very weak and in just three periods made 25 shots at the Bars' goal. Traktor had long held the leading position in the Eastern Conference table, but due to a decline, it allowed Salavat to take its place and dropped to second place.
Disqualifications and injuries
It is worth noting that Traktor has no problems with its roster.
Interesting trends for betting
- Traktor scores an average of four goals per match
The Bears have been very productive in attack this season.
- On average, Chelyabinsk residents receive six penalty minutes per match
The team can also boast of excellent discipline.
Trends
Bet First Goal: "Traktor"
Traktor opened the scoring in five head-to-head matches in a row
1.75Goal in each period bet - yes
In four head-to-head matches in a row, the teams scored a goal in each period
1.67Tip and bets
Traktor has a great opportunity to break its losing streak, as it will face a clear underdog in the upcoming match, Neftekhimik. The Wolves are in terrible shape and cannot achieve success even in matches with competitors of their level. The Bears have been proving their superiority over Nizhnekamsk throughout the season and have every chance of winning another victory in a face-to-face confrontation. So we suggest betting on the guests for an excellent coefficient.
Our prediction is a Traktor victory for 2.02
Bet on total
In the upcoming match, we can expect a large number of goals scored. In face-to-face meetings, the clubs are not used to sitting back in defense and often show their full attacking potential, which makes the matches productive.
Forecast - total over 4.5 goals for 1.69
Bet on the outcome of the first period
The first period for Neftekhimik is far from being the most successful. The team constantly allows its opponents to gain an advantage in the starting segment, which Traktor can also do.
Prediction - Traktor wins in the first period for 2.47
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