Kristall vs Norilsk Prediction 1 October 2026
🔊 Kristall return to Saratov after a successful road trip and kick off a new homestand. The team have won three of their last four games, including a 3-2 victory over Kaluga in their previous outing. Norilsk, on the other hand, have had a much tougher time on the road: their last two matches ended in defeats to Tambov and Dizel, with an aggregate score of 1-9. This will be the northerners’ fourth away game in just seven days, while the hosts have benefited from extra rest before getting back on home ice.
Head-to-Head
📊 Kristall and Norilsk have faced off in six official matches. The hosts have claimed two wins-including one in overtime-while the visitors have come out on top in four encounters. Norilsk also lead in total goals scored, with 20 to Kristall’s 13. On average, the teams net 1.83 goals in the first period, 2.33 in the second, and 1.33 in the third, for an overall average of 5.5 goals per game. Their most recent head-to-head took place on 18 January 2026 in Norilsk, where the game ended 3-2 in favor of the visitors.
Head-to-head statistics Kristall - Norilsk

Kristall Saratov Team Overview
Kristall have played seven games this season, picking up five wins and suffering two defeats. Their win rate stands at 71%, while their loss percentage is 29%. On average, Kristall’s games see a total of six goals scored. The team themselves average 2.86 goals per game, while conceding around 3.29. Kristall have found the net 20 times so far this season. The second period has been their most productive stretch, accounting for half of their total goals. On home ice, Kristall typically score 3.5 goals per game. Defensively, Kristall have already allowed 23 goals this campaign. The opening period has proven particularly challenging, with the team conceding half of all their goals in the first frame. At home, they also allow an average of 3.5 goals per game.
Match Results: Kristall Saratov

Norilsk Team Overview
This season, Norilsk have played 10 games, picking up 4 wins and suffering 6 defeats. The team win 40% of their matches, while losing the remaining 60%. On average, games involving Norilsk feature 3.9 goals: the players themselves score 1.8 goals per game and concede 2.3. Norilsk have netted a total of 18 goals so far. The second period has proven to be their most productive stretch, accounting for 44.44% of all their goals this season. Away from home, their offensive output drops to just 1.33 goals per game. Defensively, Norilsk have already allowed 23 goals this campaign. Opponents are most dangerous in the opening period, which accounts for 45.45% of all goals conceded by the team. On the road, Norilsk typically concede 3.67 goals per match.