Kristall Saratov vs Izhstal – Schedule & Where to Watch on TV

Result
3:2
20/02/2026 at 09:30 (Time Zone – GMT-5 (America/New_York))
  • VHL

Key Moments

Here there are
  • 1st Period (1 - 0)
  • 10:04, 1 - 0, Konkin D. (G), Polshakov Z. (A), Egorov E. (A2)
  • 2nd Period (1 - 1)
  • 01:32, 1 - 1, Pukelo K. (G), Yerofeyev A. (A), Alekseev A. (A2)
  • 02:11, 2 - 1, Filin F. (G), Samsonov D. (A), Gusev A. (A2)
  • 3rd Period (1 - 1)
  • 03:35, 2 - 2, Pukelo K. (G),
  • 08:23, 3 - 2, Konkin D. (G), Boldyrev D. (A), Koryagin V. (A2)

Chances of winning


Kristall Saratov
25%
Draw
23.2%
Izhstal
51.8%

Initial Probability

(when we started the analysis)
30.5% 23.3% 46.3%

Our Initial ML Estimation

32.2% 24.6% 43.9%


Analysis of Changes in Winning Probabilities:

  • Kristall Saratov has seen a decrease in its chances compared to the initial analysis. (-5.5%)
  • Note: This is a significant drop in prediction, indicating that Kristall Saratov's form might have worsened.
  • Izhstal has improved its chances compared to the initial analysis. (+5.5%)
  • Note: This is a significant improvement in prediction, suggesting Izhstal's recent form is better than expected.
  • ML Model estimates a higher probability for Kristall Saratov than the current prediction. (+7.2%)
  • Note: The ML model's higher estimate suggests a strong performance forecast for Kristall Saratov, possibly due to key factors that the model accounted for.
  • ML Model estimates a lower probability for Izhstal than the current prediction. (-7.9%)
  • Note: The ML model's lower estimate suggests a potential downturn for Izhstal, possibly due to injuries or other negative factors.
  • Kristall Saratov - Izhstal Odds

    1 X 2 Marga
    Avarage Now
    (Initially)
    3.69
    (3.02)
    3.98
    (3.95)
    1.78
    (1.99)
    8.3%
    (8.9%)

    • The most likely Over/Under: 4.75
    What is the prediction for Kristall Saratov - Izhstal?
  • High ROI Users Predictions (ROI>2%): 1 high ROI users predict this event. Izhstal (votes: 1 - 100%).
  • Over/Under & Asian Handicap Predictions by High ROI users:
    • AH +0.75 - Izhstal (1.92) (votes: 1 - 100%) .
  • Overall votes from High ROI Users Predictions (including all markets): 2 high ROI users predict this event. Izhstal (votes: 2 - 100%).
  • The most likely score by Bookmakers is 2:3.
  • Preview Facts
    • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Kristall Saratov won 3.
    • The recent form of both competitors has been shaky.
    • Izhstal 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 away games.
    • In this match, Izhstal is seen as the favorite.
    • In the last 14 head-to-head matches, Kristall Saratov won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 9 matches, and goals 43:43. (average 3.1:3.1).
    • Including home matches between the teams, Kristall Saratov won 2 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 21:19. (average 3.5:3.2).
    What were the results of their latest head-to-head matches?
    The latest head-to-head matches between Kristall Saratov - Izhstal were as follows:
    04.10.2025 Izhstal - Kristall Saratov 2:3
    16.12.2024 Izhstal - Kristall Saratov 3:2
    06.12.2024 Kristall Saratov - Izhstal 0:3
    29.01.2024 Izhstal - Kristall Saratov 2:5
    22.09.2023 Kristall Saratov - Izhstal 5:4
    Latest results of Kristall Saratov
    Latest results of Izhstal
    18.02.2026 Dizel Penza - Izhstal 2:3
    16.02.2026 Ryazan - Izhstal 1:4
    14.02.2026 AKM - Izhstal 2:7
    09.02.2026 Izhstal - Chelny 1:2
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