Norilsk vs Gornyak-UGMK Verkhnyaya Pyshma Prediction 1 February 2026
📣 On February 1st, VHL fans can look forward to an ice showdown between Norilsk and Gornyak. Norilsk are striving to climb out of the league's basement, currently sitting in 29th place, while Gornyak confidently hold their spot among the top five. A victory in the upcoming match is crucial for both teams.
Head-to-Head
📊 Official head-to-head statistics between Norilsk and Gornyak:
- They have played 11 matches;
- The home team has secured 6 wins (including overtime), while the visitors have 5 victories;
- Goals scored: 34 for Norilsk, 38 for Gornyak;
- Average goals in the 1st period - 2.09, in the 2nd - 2.27, in the 3rd - 2;
- Average total goals per match - 6.36.
The teams last faced off on 18 October 2025 at Gornyak's arena, with the final score being 4-1.
Head-to-head statistics Norilsk - Gornyak-UGMK Verkhnyaya Pyshma
Norilsk Team Overview
Norilsk are navigating a challenging season, currently sitting at 29th in the standings. Their last five games have resulted in four losses and just one win. On average, they score 2.17 goals per game while conceding slightly more-2.83 goals. Home ice hasn't been kind to them either, with an average of only 2.13 goals scored and a concerning 3.09 goals conceded per match. One of the Bears' strengths is their ability to play actively in the second period, a fact backed by their head-to-head stats against Gornyak, where Norilsk often shines during this segment of the game.
Match Results: Norilsk
Gornyak-UGMK Verkhnyaya Pyshma Team Overview
Gornyak have solidified their position in fifth place on the table, showcasing decent form even in away matches. However, recent results for the team from Verkhnyaya Pyshma suggest some inconsistency, with three wins followed by two consecutive losses. This volatility might raise questions among fans. Nonetheless, it's worth highlighting that Gornyak's attacking line is performing like clockwork, averaging 3.11 goals per game while conceding only 2.4. An impressive stat for a team aiming to maintain their spot in the upper echelons of the standings!
Match Results: Gornyak-UGMK Verkhnyaya Pyshma
Prediction for the 1st period
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 11;
- First period wins for the home team (on home ice) - 3; for the visitors (away) - 1;
- Average total in the first period: 2.09;
- Today's home team averages 1.09 goals, while the visitors average 1.
First Period Stats: Norilsk (home) vs Gornyak-UGMK (away)
- Number of matches played in the tournament: 23 vs 22;
- Number of wins: 7 (30.43%) vs 10 (45.45%);
- Number of losses: 6 (26.09%) vs 10 (45.45%);
- Number of draws: 10 (43.48%) vs 2 (9.09%).
- Average goals scored: 0.65 vs 0.91;
- Average goals conceded: 0.65 vs 1.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Number of wins: 1 vs 3;
- Number of losses: 5 vs 5;
- Number of draws: 4 vs 2;
- Average total in the first period: 1.2 (scored - 0.3, conceded - 0.9) vs 1.1 (scored - 0.4, conceded - 0.7).
- The total for the first period has been under 1.5 goals in 7 of Gornyak's last 8 away games.
- The total for the first period has been under 1.5 goals in Gornyak's last 5 consecutive matches.
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 11;
- Home wins - 6, Away wins - 5.
Statistics: Norilsk vs Gornyak-UGMK
- Matches played in the tournament: 46 vs 47;
- Wins: 16 (35%) vs 27 (57%);
- Losses: 30 (65%) vs 20 (43%);
- Home wins in the tournament for the hosts: 6;
- Away wins in the tournament for the visitors: 12.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 4 vs 4;
- Losses: 6 vs 6;
- Home wins for the hosts: 1;
- Away wins for the visitors: 2.
- Norilsk have failed to win at home (in regulation time) in 9 of their last 10 matches.
- Gornyak have avoided defeat on the road (in regulation time) in 6 of their last 7 matches.
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Average total goals per match for the hosts - 3.09, for the visitors - 3.45;
- Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 6.36;
- Both teams scored in the 1st period - once;
- Both teams scored in the 2nd period - six times;
- Both teams scored in the 3rd period - four times.
Statistics: Norilsk vs Gornyak-UGMK
- Average total in the tournament: 4.83 vs 5.21;
- Average goals scored: 2.17 vs 3.11;
- Average goals conceded: 2.83 vs 2.4;
- Norilsk: average total at home in the tournament - 2.13;
- Gornyak-UGMK: average total away in the tournament - 3.05;
- Last 10 matches (average goals scored): 2.9 (home - 2.75) vs 2.9 (away - 2.57).
- Total over 4.5 goals hit in 14 of Norilsk's last 16 matches.
- Total over 4.5 goals hit in 9 of Norilsk's last 10 home matches.
- Total over 4.5 goals hit in 8 of Gornyak's last 9 matches.
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Despite the hosts languishing in the lower part of the standings, their determination to escape this zone could lead to an aggressive style of play. In recent matches, Norilsk have demonstrated the ability to step up their game in the second period, which might be a crucial factor in this encounter. However, a weak defense remains the main issue for the "bears," especially on home ice. Meanwhile, Gornyak consistently stay among the leaders and showcase impressive scoring capabilities. The Verkhnyaya Pyshma attack operates efficiently, with statistics highlighting a surge of activity in the third period, giving the visitors a significant edge. Considering both teams' high scoring potential, we suggest betting on a total of over 4.5 goals. This bet has been successful in 14 of Norilsk's last 16 games.No comments
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