Admiral Vladivostok vs Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk

The Facts

• A competitive mid-table side looks to challenge an upper-table opponent (ranked 8th in the Promotion ~ KHL Playoffs1/8~finals) and 2nd in the Promotion ~ KHL Playoffs1/8~finals)).
• In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Admiral won 1.
• Recent results have been tough for Admiral (last 5 matches: 1 win).
• Performances by Neftekhimik have been somewhat unpredictable lately (last 5 matches: 3 wins).
• Admiral could enjoy a physical edge thanks to more rest days ahead of this match.
• Recently, Admiral has enjoyed a run of consecutive matches in front of its home crowd.
• Recently, Neftekhimik has had a run of games away from home.
• In this match, both teams have fairly balanced chances of victory.
• 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).