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Avangard — Metallurg Magnitogorsk: forecast for the KHL match
On February 19, Avangard will try to continue its winning streak, which has already reached four matches in a row. This time, the team will also perform at the home arena, where, with the support of the fans, it will give a fitting rebuff to Metallurg. Our experts, in turn, will tell you about the latest performances of the clubs, as well as highlight the most optimal bets
Command Analysis
Avangard Omsk
Russian FederationCurrent form
Avangard continues to be in great shape, steadily earning points, and the winning streak has already reached four matches in a row. After an insulting defeat by CSKA in a shootout (1:2), the Hawks confidently defeated Lada, the outsider of the tournament, with a score of 2:1. They actively attacked the whole match and put a lot of pressure on the opponent. It is especially worth noting defender Sharipzyanov, who scored two goals. Then Omsk went to visit the Admiral, where the attacking line left no chance for the opponent to win, defeating the Mariners with a score of 5:2. Striker Prokhorkin became the main hero of the meeting, scoring a double. It is also worth noting the confident play of goalkeeper Serebryakov, who blocked 37 of 39 shots.
After this victory, Avangard continued its winning streak. The team hosted a clear outsider in the arena in the person of Amur and left him no chance, gaining the upper hand with a difference of six goals (7:1). The three second-line forwards were the most productive: Okulov, Fiore and Spooner scored a total of nine assists. It might seem that the Hawks would have difficulties in the next match with a much more serious opponent, but this did not happen. Once again, the club's attacking line broke through the competitor's defense, defeating Ak Bars with a score of 6:2. Already at the end of the first period, Boucher's team had a three-goal advantage and only strengthened it during the meeting. Okulov scored the puck again and provided two assists. Thanks to such successful performances, the team has seriously strengthened in the playoff zone, so far occupying the sixth place in the Eastern Conference table.
Disqualifications and injuries
Boikov, Grant, Boucher, MacLeod, Kholodilin, Stepanov and Tkachev will not be able to help their team in the upcoming meeting.
Interesting betting trends
- Avangard gets an average of 6.69 minutes of penalty time.
The Hawks can boast of a very disciplined game, which allows them to stay at full strength at all times.
- On average, Omsk players concede 2.5 goals per match.
It is also worth noting the very reliable defensive line of the club.
Metallurg Magnitogorsk
Russian FederationCurrent form
Metallurg is holding a very protracted away series, which has already reached six matches in a row. It seemed that the team would lose a lot of points, as it began to show poor results and suffered two defeats from rivals of its level in the person of Salavat Yulaev (4:6) and Traktor (2:5). Twice the defensive line showed itself from the worst side, allowing opponents to create and realize a huge number of dangerous moments in their zone. However, the failures stopped there, and the "foxes" were able to fully rehabilitate themselves in front of the fans. Razin's team held a return meeting with Chelyabinsk and were able to confidently take revenge, winning with a score of 3:1. Goalkeeper Nabokov showed an excellent game, reflecting 96% of shots, which did not allow the Bears to cling to the comeback.
Next, the team went to visit the obvious outsider in the face of Siberia and was able to show all its power, taking advantage of the opponent's poor form. In the second period, Metallurg twice realized numerical superiority, which allowed them to take a significant advantage, and in the end they managed to defeat Novosibirsk with a score of 5:2. Defender Orekhov showed an excellent game, scoring a double. It is also worth praising the defensive line, which did not allow the "snowflakes" to realize themselves. As expected, Magnitogorsk easily managed to win their third victory in a row, playing away from Barys. If not for the strong play of the opposing goalkeeper, the score would have been devastating, but I had to settle for a victory with a two-goal difference (3:1). Overall, the Foxes are in optimal shape and are currently in fifth place in the Western Conference table, with only three points behind the second position.
Disqualifications and injuries
Only Yeremenko will not be able to help his team in the upcoming match.
Interesting betting trends
- Metallurg has 49:41 on goals scored and conceded in the third period.
The Foxes have a great time in the third twenty minutes and often leave it behind.
- Metallurg gets an average of 4.85 minutes of penalty time per match.
Magnitogorsk remain the best in the league in discipline
Trends
Bet First goal: Metallurg
Metallurg opened the scoring in four out of five head-to-head matches.
1.97There is no goalbetin each period.
In four face-to-face matches in a row, the teams failed to score a goal in each period.
2.30Tip and bets
Avangard is the favorite in the upcoming match, despite the excellent form of the opponent. There are several reasons for this. Firstly, the hawks themselves are in excellent condition, due to which they smash all opponents in their path. Secondly, the Hawks will play in their home arena, where, with the support of the fans, they have every chance of another success. It is also worth noting the fact that Metallurg has been playing on the road for a long time, which means that fatigue from constant travel should have accumulated. So we suggest betting in favor of the owners of the ice.
Our forecast is the victory of Avangard in the match at 1.75
Bet on the total
Avangard has been showing a very active offensive game lately and is mostly successful due to this. Metallurg is not against playing open, attacking hockey, which should again lead to a large number of abandoned goals, which we suggest betting on.
Forecast - total more than five goals in 1.78
Betting on the outcome of the first period
Avangard consistently plays a great game in the first period and creates a lot of pressure on their opponents. We believe that the home walls will help the hawks to meet Metallurg hard and gain an advantage already in the starting segment.
The forecast is a victory for Avangard in the first period with a handicap (0) in 1.77
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