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Expected score: Khabarovsk 2-3 Salavat Ufa
On October 17, Khabarovsk will host Salavat Ufa in an intriguing KHL clash. Both teams currently sit close in the league standings, making this an important fixture for both sides as they seek to climb the ranks.
Team form
Khabarovsk
Khabarovsk has had a mixed run in their recent match-ups, having won 2 out of their last 5 games, which contributes to a total of 8 wins in the season so far. Their performances have seen them score an average of 1.6 goals while conceding 1.8. Especially notable is their tough defeat against CSKA Moscow where they managed to score zero goals, coupled with another loss against Cherepovets. In contrast, the highlight of their recent form came in a dominating win over Dynamo Moscow, ending 4-0.
Salavat Ufa
Salavat Ufa can boast a more assertive goal count in their recent encounters, averaging 3.6 scored and 2.6 conceded in their last 5 matches. They've experienced a rollercoaster of results, with decisive wins, such as the 6-8 thriller against Barys Astana and a 3-1 victory against Spartak Moscow. However, a mixed record includes two recent losses against formidable sides, putting them in fourth with 7 wins throughout the season.
Head-to-head
There are no historical records of previous match-ups directly comparing these teams, indicating this will be the first meeting between Khabarovsk and Salavat Ufa in the current season. Based on their form and current league standings, this game is expected to showcase competitive qualities from both sides.
Key factors
Khabarovsk will rely on their home advantage; however, their inconsistency might play a crucial role in determining the match outcome. On the other hand, Salavat Ufa seems to possess an offensive edge in terms of scoring capabilities. Their recent goalscoring shows strength in attack, which could prove pivotal in away matches. Addressing defensive shapes and setup will also be key, as both teams have a tendency to concede goals.
Prediction
Given Khabarovsk's notable reliance on capitalizing when attacking but facing defensive vulnerabilities, Salavat Ufa’s goal-scoring ability positions them stronger leading into this match. Salavat’s scoring average alongside Khabarovsk's struggle to keep opponents from attacking objectives suggests an uptick in goals and an exciting face-off.
In this contest, Salavat Ufa is favored to take the win, drawing from their stronger offensive patterns and greater goal returns this season so far.
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| # | Team | MP | W | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15 | 10 | 3 | 24 | |
| 2 | 14 | 10 | 3 | 22 | |
| 3 | 15 | 8 | 4 | 20 | |
| 4 | 14 | 7 | 4 | 19 | |
| 5 | 15 | 8 | 5 | 18 | |
| 6 | 13 | 6 | 4 | 17 | |
| 7 | 16 | 6 | 5 | 17 | |
| 8 | 14 | 5 | 5 | 17 | |
| 9 | 17 | 2 | 9 | 14 | |
| 10 | 14 | 3 | 11 | 6 | |
| 11 | 15 | 1 | 10 | 6 | |
| 1 | 17 | 10 | 3 | 27 | |
| 2 | 15 | 8 | 5 | 18 | |
| 3 | 15 | 7 | 6 | 18 | |
| 4 | 15 | 8 | 6 | 17 | |
| 5 | 16 | 7 | 7 | 17 | |
| 6 | 16 | 6 | 7 | 15 | |
| 7 | 15 | 3 | 7 | 15 | |
| 8 | 14 | 6 | 6 | 14 | |
| 9 | 14 | 3 | 6 | 13 | |
| 10 | 14 | 4 | 8 | 12 | |
| 11 | 13 | 3 | 7 | 12 |
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