Dynamo vs Severstal Cherepovec Prediction 19 January 2026
🔊 Can the "Steelmen" maintain their lead in the Western Conference? One of the most intriguing matchups on Monday's KHL schedule is the clash between Dynamo Moscow and Severstal at the VTB Arena. Unlike the team from Cherepovets, Vyacheslav Kozlov's squad is in poor form, suffering three consecutive defeats. Nevertheless, the home ice advantage affects the bookmakers' odds, with a slight edge given to Dynamo Moscow.
Head-to-Head
📊 Dynamo Moscow have proven to be a challenging opponent for Severstal Cherepovets. Over the last 16 head-to-head encounters, the "White-Blues" have suffered just one defeat. The last time the "Lynxes" triumphed on the ice at the VTB Arena was during the first round of the 2021/22 playoffs (4-3). At that time, the Cherepovets team was still under the guidance of Andrei Razin, who is now the head coach of Metallurg Magnitogorsk.
Head-to-head statistics Dynamo - Severstal Cherepovec

Dynamo Moscow Team Overview
🔵 Over their last 7 games, the "Wolves" have suffered 6 defeats, impacting their standings in the league. Currently, they sit in 5th place in the Western Conference. Last Saturday, Moscow Dynamo fell short in the "Dynamo Derby" at the "VTB Arena," losing 2-3. The Minsk team proved to be more agile and effective in their attacking phases. After the setback against the "Bisons," Vyacheslav Kozlov commented: "Dynamo played a good game; we outshot them. It's a matter of concentration. It's psychological; we need to play tighter and simpler." The "White-Blues" top scorer is Daniil Pylenkov, with 6 goals and 33 assists in 44 regular season games.
Match Results: Dynamo Moscow

Severstal Cherepovec Team Overview
🟡 "The Steelmen" are one of the most mature and consistent teams in the league. Despite lacking massive financial investments, the "Lynxes" boast a skilled roster and a flexible coaching staff. Currently, Severstal top the Western Conference standings, with 63 points from 47 games. In their last league match, Andrey Kozyrev's squad once again defeated Dinamo Minsk (6-4) on home ice. Severstal's head coach commented on his team's success after the game: "A well-organized opponent. It's quite pleasing that we won this match. The key moment was the second period when we managed to defend effectively as the opponent applied pressure."
Match Results: Severstal Cherepovec
🏒 Projected Lineups
Dynamo Moscow: Motorygin - Ozhiganov, Pylenkov - Sikura, Will, Slepyshov
Severstal: Skotnikov - Zhukov, Kaldis - Dumbadze, Podshivalev, Veryaev
🥅 Goalkeepers
Maksim Motorygin has featured in 22 games this regular season. During this stretch, he has managed to keep a clean sheet four times. Let's take a look at his other performance metrics: a save percentage of 91.72% with a goals-against average of 2.38.
Vsevolod Skotnikov, a product of CSKA Moscow's youth system, never quite found his place in the main team. This season, the 24-year-old Russian has become a key player for Severstal. In his 10 appearances, he has posted a save percentage of 89.86% with a goals-against average of 2.68.
Editorial Prediction
In five of Severstal's last seven games, there have been at least six goals scored. It's worth noting that both teams are quite productive this season: the "white-blues" average 3 goals per game, while the "steelmen" average 2.76. Our editorial team anticipates a fast-paced, high-intensity hockey match from both sides. The key bet here is on the total to exceed 5 goals.