Kristall vs Norilsk Prediction 1 October 2026

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    🔊 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

    33%
    2 Wins
    67%
    4 Wins
    18.01.26
    VHL
    Norilsk
    Norilsk
    Kristall Saratov
    Kristall Saratov
    2
    3
    0
    1
    1
    0
    1
    2
    05.11.25
    VHL
    Kristall Saratov
    Kristall Saratov
    Norilsk
    Norilsk
    1
    2
    0
    1
    1
    0
    0
    1
    08.03.25
    VHL
    HC Norilsk
    HC Norilsk
    Kristall Saratov
    Kristall Saratov
    3
    2
    2
    1
    1
    1
    0
    0
    15.09.24
    VHL
    Kristall Saratov
    Kristall Saratov
    Norilsk
    Norilsk
    4
    3
    0
    0
    3
    1
    1
    2
    28.11.23
    VHL
    Kristall Saratov
    Kristall Saratov
    Norilsk
    Norilsk
    1
    5
    0
    2
    0
    3
    1
    0
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    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

    27.09.26
    VHL
    HC Kaluga
    HC Kaluga
    Kristall Saratov
    Kristall Saratov
    2
    3
    2
    1
    0
    2
    0
    0
    W
    25.09.26
    VHL
    Akm Tula
    Akm Tula
    Kristall Saratov
    Kristall Saratov
    7
    2
    4
    1
    1
    1
    2
    0
    L
    23.09.26
    VHL
    Ryazan
    Ryazan
    Kristall Saratov
    Kristall Saratov
    0
    1
    0
    0
    0
    1
    0
    0
    W
    13.09.26
    VHL
    Kristall Saratov
    Kristall Saratov
    Bars
    Bars
    7
    4
    2
    3
    4
    1
    1
    0
    W
    11.09.26
    VHL
    Kristall Saratov
    Kristall Saratov
    Neftjanik
    Neftjanik
    1
    6
    1
    3
    0
    3
    0
    0
    L
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    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.

    Match Results: Norilsk

    29.09.26
    VHL
    Dizel
    Dizel
    Norilsk
    Norilsk
    5
    0
    3
    0
    1
    0
    1
    0
    L
    27.09.26
    VHL
    Tambov
    Tambov
    Norilsk
    Norilsk
    4
    1
    1
    0
    2
    1
    1
    0
    L
    25.09.26
    VHL
    Buran
    Buran
    Norilsk
    Norilsk
    2
    3
    1
    0
    0
    1
    1
    2
    W
    20.09.26
    VHL
    Norilsk
    Norilsk
    Omskie Kryliya
    Omskie Kryliya
    3
    0
    0
    0
    2
    0
    1
    0
    W
    18.09.26
    VHL
    Norilsk
    Norilsk
    Zauralye
    Zauralye
    1
    2
    1
    0
    0
    0
    0
    1
    0
    1
    L
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    ⭐️ Editor’s Prediction

    Norilsk’s recent away fixtures have been high-scoring affairs, regardless of the final result. In each of their last five matches on the road, both teams have combined for at least five goals. Now, the northerners head to Saratov after conceding nine times in their previous two games, while Kristall have picked up three wins from their last four outings. My pick: over 4.5 total goals.
    Total goals Over (4,5)
    Odds-125
    Published: 30/09/2026, 10:54
    Artyom Ivanov
    Artyom Ivanov
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    Betting Tips: Kristall Saratov - Norilsk

    Kristall Saratov have not lost the 3rd period:
    kristall-saratovin 7 of last 8 games (OLIMPBET VHL).
    Norilsk have not won the 3rd period:
    hc-norilskin 13 of last 14 away games (OLIMPBET VHL).
    3rd Period Kristall Saratov will not lose
    -250
    Norilsk have not won the 2nd period:
    hc-norilskin 8 of last 9 away games (OLIMPBET VHL).
    2nd Period Kristall Saratov will not lose
    -256
    Kristall Saratov have not won the 1st period:
    kristall-saratovin last 7 games (OLIMPBET VHL).
    1st Period Norilsk will not lose
    -345
    Over 0.5 goals in the 1st period:
    kristall-saratovin 17 of last 19 Kristall Saratov home games (OLIMPBET VHL).
    hc-norilskin 13 of last 14 Norilsk away games (OLIMPBET VHL).
    1st Period, Total goals Over (0,5)
    -455
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    Kristall - Norilsk Table position

    VHL 26/27
    gWLPPForm
    10.
    Dinamo Altay
    Dinamo Altay
    75217-1211
    11.
    Metallurg
    Metallurg
    94518-1111
    12.
    Norilsk
    Norilsk
    104618-2310
    13.
    Kristall Saratov
    Kristall Saratov
    75220-2310
    14.
    Omskie Kryliya
    Omskie Kryliya
    75217-1110
    15.
    HC Kaluga
    HC Kaluga
    84418-1310