Avangard Omsk vs Salavat Yulaev UFA Prediction 13 January 2026
🔊 Can the "Greens" extend their winning streak to four consecutive games? Tuesday's KHL schedule features a highly intriguing matchup between Avangard and Salavat Yulaev at the G-Drive Arena. Despite the guests experiencing a systemic crisis, they are gradually managing to stabilize their situation. Even though both clubs lead the Chernyshev Division, there is a significant 15-point gap between them. Bookmakers give Avangard a threefold advantage.
Head-to-Head
📊 This season, the teams have faced each other once in Omsk and once in Ufa. On both occasions, the "Hawks" emerged victorious - 3-2 in overtime at the "G-Drive Arena" and 5-2 at the "Ufa Arena." It's worth noting that head-to-head encounters between Avangard and Salavat Yulaev are traditionally high-scoring affairs, with at least 4 goals scored in each of their last 9 meetings.
Head-to-head statistics Avangard Omsk - Salavat Yulaev UFA
Avangard Omsk Team Overview
🔴 The "Hawks" are still in the hunt for the top spot in the East. The Omsk club has amassed 59 points from 42 games, placing them third in the standings. Notably, Avangard boasts the most effective defense in the conference, allowing just 2.48 goals per game. On home ice, Guy Boucher's squad is particularly impressive, averaging 1.48 points per game (the second-best in the East). Last Thursday, Avangard fell in a crucial matchup against Metallurg (1-2). Guy Boucher commented on his team's setback: "It was an even game, but we lacked sharpness in our shots. We can't dominate an entire match against a top opponent."
Match Results: Avangard Omsk
Salavat Yulaev UFA Team Overview
🟡 Salavat Yulaev have consistently secured points in their last six games. This successful run has helped the Ufa club solidify their position at 7th place in the standings. However, away games remain a weak spot for the "Greens" - with only 17 points from 22 matches (9th in the league). The lack of balance in their lines affects the club's stability. Last weekend, Viktor Kozlov's squad triumphed over Barys (3-1). In this matchup, Evgeny Kuznetsov scored his first goal in a "Greens" jersey. Even Salavat Yulaev's head coach commented on the event: "It's nice to see the 'bird' in green. Congratulations to everyone on the win."
Match Results: Salavat Yulaev UFA
🏒 Projected Lineups
Avangard: Serebryakov - Sharipzyanov, Cecconi - Kotlyarevsky, McLeod, Poturalski
Salavat Yulaev: Vyazovoy - Zorkin, Stewart - Rempal, Rodwald, Brosso
🥅 Goaltenders
Since joining the Hawks, Nikita Serebryakov has returned to his prime form. His reliability and leadership qualities consistently benefit Avangard from game to game. Let's highlight his individual stats: a save percentage of 92.65%, a goals-against average (GAA) of 2.33, and 2 shutouts.
Semyon Vyazovoy has become an indispensable figure for Salavat Yulaev. In the current regular season, the 22-year-old goalie has already played 32 games. During this stretch, he has achieved a save percentage of 92.92%, with a GAA of 2.17.
Editorial Prediction
Despite Salavat Yulaev's commendable run, our editorial team favors the home side. The reason is that the "Hawks" boast a deeper roster and exhibit greater balance across their lines. Additionally, it's worth noting that the team from Omsk has secured two convincing victories over the "Greens" during the current regular season. Our key prediction is a win for Avangard in regulation time.
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