Rubin vs Tambov Prediction 13 October 2026
🔊 Rubin are steadily solidifying their place in the cup’s top eight and, after an emotional victory over Buran, they’re looking to extend their winning streak. However, Tambov aren’t arriving in Tyumen empty-handed either: the visitors recently claimed a confident win in Kurgan. Both teams concede an average of 2.73 goals per game, so neither side holds a clear edge defensively. Historically, though, Tambov have struggled when playing in Tyumen. Will the visitors manage to buck that trend this time, or will Rubin once again capitalize on their home-ice advantage?
Head-to-Head
📊 Rubin and Tambov have faced off in 15 official games. The hosts have claimed victory 12 times, including overtime wins, while the visitors have come out on top just three times. Rubin also hold the edge in goals scored, 45 to 22. On average, the teams combine for 0.87 goals in the first period, 1.8 in the second, and 1.73 in the third. The average total across all meetings stands at 4.4 goals per game. Their most recent head-to-head took place on 14 February 2026 at Rubin’s home rink, with Rubin edging out a 2-1 win.
Head-to-head statistics Rubin - Tambov

Rubin Team Overview
This season, Rubin have played 11 games, recording 6 wins and suffering 5 defeats. The team’s win rate stands at 55%, while their loss percentage is 45%. Rubin’s fixtures average 4.73 goals per game, with the club scoring 2.36 times per match and conceding an average of 2.73. Overall, Rubin have notched 26 goals so far, with the second period proving especially productive-38.46% of their goals have come in that frame. On home ice, Rubin average 2.2 goals per game. Defensively, the team have already allowed 30 goals this season. More than half of those (53.85%) have come in the third period; at home, Rubin concede an average of 2.2 goals per contest.
Match Results: Rubin

Tambov Team Overview
This season, Tambov have played 12 games, recording 7 wins and 5 losses. Their win percentage stands at 58%, with defeats making up the remaining 42%. Matches involving Tambov average a total of 5.08 goals per game, as the team scores 2.67 goals per contest while conceding 2.58. Tambov have found the net 32 times so far, with the third period proving most productive-37.5% of their goals have come in the final frame. On the road, Tambov average just 1.8 goals per game. Defensively, they have allowed only 31 goals this season. The second period has been the toughest stretch for their back line, accounting for 47.37% of all goals conceded, while away from home their average goals against rises to 3.8 per game.
Match Results: Tambov
Prediction for the 1st period
The opening period in Tyumen has long been a tough challenge for Tambov. In their last eight away games against Rubin, the visitors have failed to score a single goal before the first intermission. Even their recent win in Kurgan doesn’t negate this consistent head-to-head trend. The pick: Tambov’s individual total under 0.5 goals in the first period.
Total Goals Prediction
Tambov may look solid on the road in other matchups, but their offense consistently struggles against Rubin. In their last five head-to-head games in Tyumen, the visitors have never scored more than two goals. For Rubin to keep this streak alive, they don't necessarily need a shutout-just another disciplined defensive effort to limit their opponents’ scoring. The recommended bet is on Tambov’s individual total under 2.5 goals.
Outcome Prediction
Tambov haven’t enjoyed much success on their trips to Tyumen, but heavy defeats have been rare. In six of their last seven away games against Rubin, the visitors have managed to stay within a 1.5-goal margin. So even if the hosts make home-ice advantage count, it doesn’t necessarily mean they'll win by two goals or more. The recommended bet is Tambov +1.5 handicap.
⭐️ Editor’s Prediction
Tambov have traditionally struggled to find the net in Tyumen, but recent form suggests we should look closely at the over for total goals. Across their last four away games, these teams have averaged 6.8 goals per match. And it’s not just Tambov’s road games that have been high-scoring affairs.
Rubin are also no strangers to shootouts, with the four-goal mark surpassed in each of their last five outings. In head-to-head clashes, this scenario has played out three times in their last five meetings. While Tambov have had a rough patch in opening periods on Tyumen ice, it’s the full 60 minutes that count for the total. Both teams’ recent results point to at least five goals on the night. My pick: over 4.5 total goals.