Result
5:1
13/01/2026 at 07:00 (Time Zone – GMT-5 (America/New_York))
Key Moments
Here there are
- 1st Period (1 - 0)
- 07:56, 1 - 0, Sokolov D. (G), Churkin V. (A),
- 2nd Period (2 - 0)
- 17:35, 2 - 0, Ovchinnikov D. (G), Mineyev M. (A), Shalagin M. (A2)
- 18:38, 3 - 0, Sokolov D. (G), Khrapov F. (A), Shchemerov A. (A2)
- 3rd Period (2 - 1)
- 00:44, 4 - 0, Shalagin M. (G), Gorshkov A. (A), Kodola V. (A2)
- 12:39, 4 - 1, Samoilov Y. (G),
- 18:49, 5 - 1, Guslistov N. (G),
Chances of winning
Metallurg Novokuznetsk
72.4% | Draw
14.2% | Kristall Saratov
13.4% |
Initial Probability
(when we started the analysis)
Our Initial ML Estimation
Analysis of Changes in Winning Probabilities:
Metallurg Novokuznetsk has improved its chances compared to the initial analysis. (+6.8%)Note: This is a significant improvement in prediction, suggesting increased confidence in Metallurg Novokuznetsk's performance.Kristall Saratov has seen a decrease in its chances compared to the initial analysis. (-2.6%)ML Model estimates a lower probability for Metallurg Novokuznetsk than the current prediction. (-14%)Note: The ML model's lower estimate suggests that there may be underlying issues with Metallurg Novokuznetsk that the model has picked up on.ML Model estimates a higher probability for Kristall Saratov than the current prediction. (+4.6%)
Metallurg Novokuznetsk - Kristall Saratov Odds
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1 |
X |
2 |
Marga |
|
Avarage Now
(Initially) |
1.27 ↓
(1.4) |
6.49 ↑
(5) |
6.87 ↑
(5.75) |
8.7%
(8.8%) | |
- The most likely Over/Under: 5.00
What is the prediction for Metallurg Novokuznetsk - Kristall Saratov?
Users Predictions:
4 users predict this event. Metallurg N will win (votes: 2 - 50%). It will Tie (votes: 2 - 50%). Over/Under & Asian Handicap Predictions by High ROI users:- O/U 4, OT - over (votes: 2 - 100%) .
The most likely score by Bookmakers is 3:1.
Preview Facts
- Metallurg N has shown excellent form with a series of wins in recent matches (last 5 games: 5 wins).
- Kristall Saratov's form has been unstable in recent games (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
- Metallurg N may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
- Recently, Kristall Saratov has had a series of home games.
- In this match, Metallurg N is the obvious favorite.
- In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Metallurg N won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 19:12. (average 3.8:2.4).
- Including home matches between the teams, Metallurg N won 2 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 11:5. (average 5.5:2.5).
How many head-to-head matches has Metallurg Novokuznetsk won against Kristall Saratov?
Metallurg Novokuznetsk has won 4 of their last 5 head-to-head matches.
How many head-to-head matches has Kristall Saratov won against Metallurg Novokuznetsk?
Kristall Saratov has won 1 of their last 5 head-to-head matches.
What were the results of their latest head-to-head matches?
The latest head-to-head matches between Metallurg Novokuznetsk - Kristall Saratov were as follows:
09.11.2025
Kristall Saratov
-
Metallurg Novokuznetsk
2:3
03.03.2025
Metallurg Novokuznetsk
-
Kristall Saratov
7:2
19.09.2024
Kristall Saratov
-
Metallurg Novokuznetsk
4:1
07.01.2024
Metallurg Novokuznetsk
-
Kristall Saratov
4:3
15.10.2023
Kristall Saratov
-
Metallurg Novokuznetsk
1:4
Latest results of Metallurg Novokuznetsk
Latest results of Kristall Saratov
VHL Table
2025/26 | | Pl | W | WO | LO | L | | Pts |
| 1 | Metallurg Novokuznetsk ✔ | 61 | 39 | 11 | 4 | 7 | 222:130 | 104 |
| 2 | HC Yugra ✔ | 60 | 38 | 8 | 6 | 8 | 174:90 | 98 |
| 3 | Almetyevsk ✔ | 59 | 34 | 7 | 9 | 9 | 215:123 | 91 |
| 4 | Khimik ✔ | 60 | 33 | 5 | 7 | 15 | 176:120 | 83 |
| 5 | Ryazan ✔ | 60 | 28 | 8 | 5 | 19 | 157:136 | 77 |
| 6 | Magnitka Magnitogorsk ✔ | 59 | 25 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 171:132 | 76 |
| 7 | Chelmet Chelyabinsk ✔ | 59 | 29 | 5 | 7 | 18 | 172:156 | 75 |
| 8 | Gornyak ✔ | 59 | 25 | 9 | 7 | 18 | 176:142 | 75 |
| 9 | Izhevsk ✔ | 59 | 31 | 3 | 6 | 19 | 152:132 | 74 |
| 10 | Torpedo Gorky ✔ | 62 | 24 | 10 | 6 | 22 | 174:145 | 74 |
| 11 | Omskie Krylia ✔ | 59 | 28 | 7 | 4 | 20 | 156:125 | 74 |
| 12 | Dizel | 60 | 27 | 5 | 8 | 20 | 149:136 | 72 |
| 13 | Krasnoyarsk | 62 | 21 | 11 | 8 | 22 | 146:151 | 72 |
| 14 | Perm | 59 | 21 | 12 | 6 | 20 | 138:148 | 72 |
| 15 | CSK VVS | 59 | 24 | 8 | 7 | 20 | 160:139 | 71 |
| 16 | Rubin Tyumen | 59 | 19 | 13 | 7 | 20 | 145:133 | 71 |
| 17 | Bars | 60 | 23 | 5 | 13 | 19 | 125:136 | 69 |
| 18 | Toros Neftekamsk | 59 | 22 | 6 | 8 | 23 | 134:145 | 64 |
| 19 | Zvezda Moscow | 59 | 23 | 5 | 6 | 25 | 134:139 | 62 |
| 20 | Dinamo St. Petersburg | 60 | 23 | 5 | 6 | 26 | 156:162 | 62 |
| 21 | Kurgan | 59 | 20 | 7 | 7 | 25 | 134:143 | 61 |
| 22 | SKA-VMF St. Petersburg | 61 | 22 | 4 | 8 | 27 | 123:151 | 60 |
| 23 | AKM | 61 | 13 | 13 | 8 | 27 | 136:169 | 60 |
| 24 | Tambov | 60 | 17 | 8 | 6 | 29 | 144:167 | 56 |
| 25 | Olympia | 59 | 14 | 9 | 9 | 27 | 103:150 | 55 |
| 26 | Kristall Saratov | 60 | 19 | 4 | 6 | 31 | 140:172 | 52 |
| 27 | Orsk | 59 | 18 | 3 | 9 | 29 | 97:159 | 51 |
| 28 | Buran Voronezh | 62 | 16 | 6 | 7 | 33 | 130:181 | 51 |
| 29 | Dyn. Altay | 61 | 12 | 7 | 11 | 31 | 128:190 | 49 |
| 30 | HK Norilsk | 60 | 16 | 5 | 5 | 34 | 117:163 | 47 |
| 31 | Chelny | 59 | 12 | 8 | 4 | 35 | 131:186 | 44 |
| 32 | HC Rostov | 61 | 13 | 4 | 9 | 35 | 117:181 | 43 |
Promotion ~ VHL (Play Offs: 1/8~finals)
Clinched Spots for Teams
Metallurg Novokuznetsk is Qualified for VHL (Play Offs 1/8~finals)
HC Yugra is Qualified for VHL (Play Offs 1/8~finals)
Almetyevsk is Qualified for VHL (Play Offs 1/8~finals)
Khimik is Qualified for VHL (Play Offs 1/8~finals)
Ryazan is Qualified for VHL (Play Offs 1/8~finals)
Magnitka Magnitogorsk is Qualified for VHL (Play Offs 1/8~finals)
Chelmet Chelyabinsk is Qualified for VHL (Play Offs 1/8~finals)
Gornyak is Qualified for VHL (Play Offs 1/8~finals)
Izhevsk is Qualified for VHL (Play Offs 1/8~finals)
Torpedo Gorky is Qualified for VHL (Play Offs 1/8~finals)
Omskie Krylia is Qualified for VHL (Play Offs 1/8~finals)
