SKA Saint Petersburg - Avtomobilist Yekaterinburg

The Facts

• Two table neighbours face each other in what promises to be a tight contest (ranked 8th in the Promotion - KHL Playoffs - 1/8 - finals and 10th).
• In the last 5 head-to-head matches, SKA won 4.
• SKA has struggled for results with multiple recent losses (last 5 matches: 0 wins).
• Avtomobilist has struggled for form in recent encounters (last 5 matches: 1 win).
• Avtomobilist may face physical fatigue compared to their opponent, having played more matches in recent days.
• Recently, SKA has faced a series of away games on the road.
• A closely fought contest is anticipated, with SKA holding a narrow advantage.
• In the last 20 head-to-head meetings, SKA has recorded 12 wins, 0 draws, and 8 losses, with a goal aggregate of 60:41 (averaging 3:2.1 goals per game).
• Specifically in home fixtures for SKA against this opponent, the record stands at 10 wins, 0 draws, and 4 losses, with 44:27 goals (averaging 3.1:1.9 per game).