Sibir Novosibirsk vs AK Bars Kazan Prediction 2 February 2026
🔊 Will the "Greens" extend their unbeaten streak in regulation time? One of the standout fixtures in Monday's KHL schedule is the clash between Sibir and Ak Bars at the Sibir Arena. Both teams are poised to make the playoffs, but while the Novosibirsk club is fighting for at least the 8th spot, the Kazan side aims to challenge the leaders of the Eastern Conference. Despite playing away, bookmakers give Anvar Gatiyatulin's squad a twofold advantage.
Head-to-Head
📊 This season, the teams have clashed twice, each securing an away victory. Ak Bars triumphed at the "Sibir Arena" with a 4-1 win, while Sibir claimed victory at the "Tatneft Arena," edging out a 3-2 win in overtime. Interestingly, in 5 of the last 6 head-to-head matchups in Novosibirsk, the home side has not come out on top. Will the "Greens" manage to extend this favorable trend? We'll find out soon enough.
Head-to-head statistics Sibir Novosibirsk - AK Bars Kazan
Sibir Novosibirsk Team Overview
🔵 Sibir have emerged victorious in 4 out of their last 5 matches. Currently, the "Snowmen" sit in 8th place in the Eastern Conference standings, with 49 points from 53 games. Last Saturday, the Novosibirsk club failed to extend their winning streak, falling to Traktor (1-3) on home ice. After the defeat, Yaroslav Lyuzenkov remarked: “In the first period, we lost control of our crease, got pushed around a bit, and conceded two goals. Our power play didn’t work despite having chances.” Interestingly, Sibir tend to drop more points at home, collecting just 21 points from 25 games (ranking them 10th in the conference). The team's top scorer is Yegor Alanov, with 4 goals and 23 assists in 46 league matches.
Match Results: Sibir Novosibirsk
AK Bars Kazan Team Overview
🟢 The Kazan side remain unbeaten in regulation time for seven consecutive matches. Anvar Gatiyatulin's squad are the closest challengers to Metallurg Magnitogorsk in the race for the top spot in the East. It's also worth noting that Ak Bars perform well on the road, having secured 33 points from 23 away games, ranking them second in the league. Last Saturday, the "Greens" dominated Neftekhimik with a 6-1 victory on home ice in Kazan. Ak Bars' head coach Anvar Gatiyatulin expressed his satisfaction with his team's performance in this crucial match: "It was a great Tatar derby. Todd is an experienced player, and we will be integrating him into the lineup. Yashkin played with tremendous passion, just like the entire team."
Match Results: AK Bars Kazan
🏒 Projected Lineups
Sibir: Berdin - Priskie, Gordeev - Kosolapov, Endroff, Beck
Ak Bars: Bilyalov - Miller, Lyamkin - Galimov, Safonov, Barabanov
🥅 Goaltenders
Since his move from Ak Bars, Mikhail Berdin has been showcasing elite performances for Sibir. The 27-year-old netminder has appeared in 7 regular-season games for the "Snowmen," posting a save percentage of 93% with a goals-against average of 2.30.
Timur Bilyalov's experience is a significant asset for Kazan's Ak Bars. This season, the 30-year-old goaltender has featured in 36 regular-season games, achieving a save percentage of 92.42% and a goals-against average of 2.21. He also boasts 3 shutouts to his name.
Editorial Prediction
Our editorial team places significant emphasis on head-to-head statistics, as well as team performance in home and away games. The skill level of the roster should also not be underestimated. Across most key metrics, the "Greens" outshine the "Snowmen." Our editorial team suggests considering the following bet - a final victory for Ak Bars.No comments
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