Ryazan vs Ska Neva Prediction 18 January 2026
📣 In the upcoming regular season clash of the Olimpbet VHL, we have a matchup between Ryazan and SKA-VMF. The teams currently sit in different parts of the standings: Ryazan hold the 12th spot, while SKA-VMF find themselves in 27th place. For the hosts, this game is an opportunity to solidify their playoff position, while for the visitors, it's a chance to climb out of the relegation zone.
Head-to-Head
📊 Here's a statistical overview of the official encounters between Ryazan and SKA-VMF:
- They have faced off in 29 matches;
- The home team has secured 9 wins (including overtime), while the visitors have claimed 20 victories;
- Goals scored: 64 for the hosts, 86 for the visitors;
- Average goals per period: 1.35 in the 1st, 1.65 in the 2nd, and 1.61 in the 3rd;
- Average total goals per match: 4.55.
The teams last met on 03 November 2025 at the SKA-VMF arena, with the final score being 5-2.
Head-to-head statistics Ryazan - Ska Neva
Ryazan Team Overview
Ryazan head into the match riding a confident winning streak, having secured three consecutive victories and triumphing in seven of their last ten encounters. The team's average scoring rate stands at around 2.7 goals per game, while they concede approximately 2.1 goals per match. On home ice, they consistently showcase a strong offensive game, netting more than two goals in nearly every outing, as evidenced by their recent home performances. However, there are vulnerabilities; Ryazan's defense occasionally slips up, providing opportunities for opponents to capitalize.
Match Results: Ryazan
Ska Neva Team Overview
SKA-VMF have been struggling recently, losing four of their last five matches. However, it's too early to write off the "Sailors." Their head-to-head history with Ryazan shows they consistently score more than one and a half goals per game. Yet, their defense remains their Achilles' heel. On the road, they concede about three goals per game, which is a concerning trend. To aim for a positive result, the team must urgently tighten up their defense and stop leaving their net vulnerable to opponents.
Match Results: Ska Neva
Prediction for the 1st period
Head-to-head matches:
- Total encounters - 29;
- First-period wins at home - 4; for the visitors - 8;
- Average first-period total: 1.35;
- Today's home team averages 0.45 goals, while the visitors average 0.9.
First-period statistics: Ryazan VDV (home) vs SKA-VMF (away)
- Matches played in the tournament: 19 vs 20;
- Wins: 5 (26.32%) vs 7 (35%);
- Losses: 4 (21.05%) vs 9 (45%);
- Draws: 10 (52.63%) vs 4 (20%).
- Average goals scored: 0.53 vs 0.6;
- Average goals conceded: 0.53 vs 0.7.
Last 10 matches (overall):
- Wins: 4 vs 2;
- Losses: 1 vs 6;
- Draws: 5 vs 2;
- Average first-period total: 0.8 (scored - 0.6, conceded - 0.2) vs 1.5 (scored - 0.5, conceded - 1).
- Ryazan have not won the first period in their last 7 head-to-head matches against SKA-VMF.
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 29;
- Home wins - 9, Away wins - 20.
Statistics: Ryazan VDV vs SKA-VMF
- Matches played in the tournament: 42 vs 41;
- Wins: 24 (57%) vs 14 (34%);
- Losses: 18 (43%) vs 27 (66%);
- Home wins in the tournament: 9;
- Away wins in the tournament: 9.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 7 vs 5;
- Losses: 3 vs 5;
- Home wins: 2;
- Away wins: 5.
- Ryazan have not won (in regulation time) in 7 of their last 8 head-to-head matches against SKA-VMF.
Total Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Average total goals per match for the home team - 2.06, for the away team - 2.77;
- Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 4.55;
- Both teams scored in the 1st period - 5 times;
- Both teams scored in the 2nd period - 9 times;
- Both teams scored in the 3rd period - 10 times.
Statistics: Ryazan VDV vs SKA-VMF
- Average total in the tournament: 4.81 vs 4.37;
- Average goals scored: 2.62 vs 1.85;
- Average goals conceded: 2.45 vs 2.73;
- Ryazan VDV's average total at home in the tournament - 2.16;
- SKA-VMF's average total away in the tournament - 1.9;
- Last 10 matches (average goals scored): 2.7 (home - 2) vs 2.1 (away - 2.67).
- Ryazan have scored more than 2.5 goals at home in five consecutive head-to-head matches against SKA-VMF.
⭐ Editorial Prediction
The team from St. Petersburg have shown decent scoring ability in recent matches, but their defense still leaves much to be desired. Ryazan, on the other hand, capitalize on power plays and execute counterattacks effectively, which could be a pivotal factor in the upcoming clash. Expect an aggressive style of play from both sides, focusing on quick transitions from defense to attack. Considering current form and statistics, a high-scoring match is anticipated. A bet on over 4.5 goals seems most justified, as this outcome has occurred in 4 of the last 5 head-to-head encounters between St. Petersburg and Ryazan.No comments
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