Severstal Cherepovec vs Sibir Novosibirsk Prediction 13 January 2026
🔊 Can the "Snowmen" pose a challenge to one of the Western Conference leaders? This Tuesday evening, the ice of Cherepovets' Ice Palace will host the clash between Severstal and Sibir. While the "Steelmen" are vying for the top spot in the Western Conference, the "Siberians" are still aiming to secure a place within the top 8 of the East. Expecting dominance from the visitors seems unlikely, as Andrey Kozyrev's squad excels in their combination play. Bookmakers give a threefold advantage to the home side.
Head-to-Head
📊 Earlier this season, the teams clashed in Novosibirsk, where the "Steelmen" managed to disappoint the local fans with a 4-2 victory. The standout performer of that encounter was Ruslan Abrosimov, who netted a brace. However, the last meeting between the teams in Cherepovets saw the "Snowmen" triumph with a 5-2 win. We'll soon find out who will leave the ice with their heads held high.
Head-to-head statistics Severstal Cherepovec - Sibir Novosibirsk
Severstal Cherepovec Team Overview
🟡 Recently, Severstal were part of a goal-scoring extravaganza, clinching a victory against Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod with a 7-6 scoreline. This win showcased both the steelworkers' impressive offensive play and their defensive vulnerabilities. Currently, the Cherepovets club have climbed to the top spot in the Western Conference, although they remain second in terms of points lost. Let's note their average performance metrics: 2.96 goals scored per game while conceding 2.42. The club's top scorer in this stretch of the regular season is Ruslan Abrosimov, boasting 20 goals and 16 assists over 43 games.
Match Results: Severstal Cherepovec
Sibir Novosibirsk Team Overview
🔵 The "Snowmen" are a solid mid-table team this regular season - capable of challenging any opponent, yet lacking consistency in their results. Over their last four games, the Novosibirsk club secured just one victory - against Admiral (5-2). Last weekend, Yaroslav Lyuzenkov's squad fell short on the road against Traktor Chelyabinsk (1-4). Sibir's head coach commented on his team's latest defeat: “It was a good, competitive game. The key moment was conceding the second goal, and our power play didn’t work today.” Currently, the "Snowmen" sit 9th in the East, just a step away from returning to the playoff zone.
Match Results: Sibir Novosibirsk
🏒 Projected Lineups
Severstal: Shostak - Gregor, Kaldis - Dumbadze, Podshivalov, Veryaev
Sibir: Krasotkin - Zaitsev, Priskie - Wilson, Nekolenko, Beck
🥅 Goalies
Konstantin Shostak is now in his third season with the "Steelers." In this regular season, the Belarusian goaltender has appeared in 8 games. His current stats show a save percentage of 88.24% and a goals-against average of 3.33.
Anton Krasotkin remains a vital part of Sibir. This season, the 31-year-old goalie has already featured in 34 games, recording one shutout. His personal stats stand at a 91.37% save percentage and a goals-against average of 2.76.
Editor's Prediction
Both teams are quite productive offensively. The tactical approach of the "Steelers" is particularly based on high intensity and aggressive play in front of the net. In fact, in four of Severstal's last five games, there have been at least six goals scored. Considering these statistical trends, we suggest the following betting option: over 4.5 total goals.
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Betting Tips: Severstal Cherepovec - Sibir Novosibirsk
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