Zvezda vs Neftjanik Prediction 5 March 2026
📣 On Thursday, Zvezda will host Almetyevsk's Neftyanik on the Moscow ice. Zvezda are currently outside the playoff zone but still have a shot at making it to the postseason. Can the Moscow side put up a strong fight against one of the league leaders? Let's consider the possibilities.
Head-to-Head
📊 Official Head-to-Head Statistics Overview between Zvezda and Neftyanik:
- They have faced off in 19 matches;
- The home team has secured 5 victories (including overtime), while the visitors have claimed 14;
- Goals scored: 42 for Zvezda, 54 for Neftyanik;
- Average goals in the 1st period - 1.5, in the 2nd - 1.5, in the 3rd - 1.55;
- Average total goals per match - 4.5.
The teams last met on 19 September 2025 at Neftyanik's arena, with the game ending 7-1.
Head-to-head statistics Zvezda - Neftjanik
Zvezda Team Overview
Zvezda have clinched victory in four of their last five encounters, with their recent win further boosting their confidence. On home ice, the Moscow team averages 2.38 goals per game. However, their defense isn't as solid, conceding an average of 2.14 goals per match, signaling the need for bolstering their defensive lines. There is a silver lining, though: in their last seven home games against Neftyanik, Zvezda have consistently avoided defeat in regulation time. This record provides the team with additional confidence ahead of their next clash with the "Bulls."
Match Results: Zvezda
Neftjanik Team Overview
Neftyanik have also clinched victory in four of their last five matches. Over the past ten games, the team showcases impressive scoring prowess, averaging 4.3 goals per game. On the road, they maintain their form, netting an average of 3.6 goals per match. Their recent 7-1 triumph over Zvezda is particularly noteworthy-a true rout! Such success boosts their confidence ahead of the next clash and certainly puts their opponents on edge.
Match Results: Neftjanik
Prediction for the 1st period
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 19;
- First-period wins for the home team (on home ice) - 3; for the visitors (away) - 1;
- Average first-period total: 1.5;
- Today's home team averages 0.85 goals, while the visitors average 0.65.
First-Period Statistics: Zvezda (home) vs Neftyanik (away)
- Number of matches played in the tournament: 29 vs 30;
- Number of wins: 9 (31.03%) vs 12 (40%);
- Number of losses: 6 (20.69%) vs 7 (23.33%);
- Number of draws: 14 (48.28%) vs 11 (36.67%).
- Average goals scored: 0.55 vs 0.93;
- Average goals conceded: 0.41 vs 0.7.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Number of wins: 3 vs 3;
- Number of losses: 2 vs 2;
- Number of draws: 5 vs 5;
- Average first-period total: 1.2 (scored - 0.6, conceded - 0.6) vs 1.6 (scored - 0.9, conceded - 0.7).
- The total for the first period has been under 1.5 goals in 6 of Zvezda's last 7 home games.
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 19;
- Home wins - 5, Away wins - 14.
Statistics: Zvezda vs Neftyanik
- Games played in the tournament: 56 vs 57;
- Wins: 28 (50%) vs 39 (68%);
- Losses: 28 (50%) vs 18 (32%);
- Home wins in the tournament: 14;
- Away wins in the tournament: 19.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 7 vs 7;
- Losses: 3 vs 3;
- Home wins: 5;
- Away wins: 5.
- Neftyanik have won on the road in regulation time in 6 of their last 7 games.
Total Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Average goals per game for home team - 2.1, for away team - 2.7;
- Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 4.5;
- Both teams scored in the first period - 5 times;
- Both teams scored in the second period - 7 times;
- Both teams scored in the third period - once.
Statistics: Zvezda vs Neftyanik
- Average tournament total: 4.39 vs 5.42;
- Average goals scored: 2.29 vs 3.63;
- Average goals conceded: 2.29 vs 2.05;
- Zvezda: average home total in the tournament - 2.38;
- Neftyanik: average away total in the tournament - 3.6;
- Last 10 matches (average goals scored): 3.1 (home - 3.5) vs 4.3 (away - 5).
- Zvezda have scored more than 1.5 goals at home in 7 of their last 8 head-to-head games with Neftyanik.
- Zvezda have scored more than 1.5 goals in 12 of their last 13 matches.
- Zvezda have scored more than 1.5 goals at home in 8 consecutive matches.
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Neftyanik are showcasing impressive scoring prowess on the road, netting over 2.5 goals in 7 of their last 8 matches. Zvezda are also in fine form, finding the net at least twice in their last eight home games. Considering the trends and current team performances, a bet on the total over 4.5 goals is a reasonable choice. This bet has come through in 7 consecutive games involving Zvezda.No comments
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