Admiral Vladivostok vs Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk

The Facts

• A competitive mid-table side looks to challenge an upper-table opponent (ranked 7th in the Promotion ~ KHL Playoffs1/8~finals) and 3rd in the Promotion ~ KHL Playoffs1/8~finals)).
• In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Admiral won 1.
• Admiral is going through a lean spell lately (last 5 matches: 1 win).
• Neftekhimik has shown an inconsistent pattern in recent weeks (last 5 matches: 3 wins).
• Recently, Admiral has enjoyed a run of consecutive matches in front of its home crowd.
• The probabilities of winning are closely matched between the two contenders.
• In the last 20 head-to-head meetings, Admiral has recorded 5 wins, 0 draws, and 15 losses, with a goal aggregate of 45:62 (averaging 2.3:3.1 goals per game).
• Specifically in home fixtures for Admiral against this opponent, the record stands at 5 wins, 0 draws, and 5 losses, with 29:29 goals (averaging 2.9:2.9 per game).