CSK VVS vs Neftjanik Prediction 20 January 2026
📣 CSK VVS are set to host Neftyanik Almetyevsk on Samara ice. A victory in this upcoming clash holds significant importance for both teams. The Samara side currently sit in 11th place and are eager to break into the top ten. Meanwhile, Neftyanik confidently hold third place and aim to close the gap with the league leaders. Previous encounters between these rivals have often been goal-laden, making this matchup particularly intriguing for the fans.
Head-to-Head
📊 Head-to-Head Statistics Review between CSK VVS and Neftyanik:
- They have faced off in 13 matches;
- The home team has secured 3 wins (including overtime), while the visitors have claimed 10 victories;
- Goals scored: 22 for the hosts versus 43 for the guests;
- Average goals per period: 1st period - 1.14, 2nd period - 2.07, 3rd period - 1.29;
- Average total goals per match - 4.43.
The last encounter between the teams was on 02 November 2025 at Neftyanik's arena, with a final score of 2:3.
Head-to-head statistics CSK VVS - Neftjanik

CSK VVS Team Overview
The results for the Samara team remain unpredictable. In their last five games, they've managed to secure victory only twice, suffering three defeats. However, it's worth noting that they came out on top in their most recent match. This season, the team's stats show an average of 2.8 goals scored per game while conceding 2.33. On home ice, CSK VVS doesn't always deliver for their fans, averaging 2.56 goals scored, with the defense allowing opponents to net 2.5 goals. An interesting aspect is their strong performance in the second period, where the "Pilots" often manage to extend their lead.
Match Results: CSK VVS

Neftjanik Team Overview
Neftyanik are on fire right now! They've won four of their last five games, making them a truly formidable opponent at the moment. The Bulls' scoring prowess is equally impressive, averaging 3.39 goals per game-a stat not many can contend with. What's particularly noteworthy is Almetyevsk's defensive play. Allowing just about 1.85 goals on average, the team displays discipline and confidence both at home and on the road. They clearly know how to maintain composure even under serious pressure from opponents.
Match Results: Neftjanik
Prediction for the 1st period
Head-to-head Matches:
- Total encounters - 13;
- First-period wins for the home team (on home ice) - 1; for the away team (on the road) - 2;
- Average total for the first period: 1.14;
- Today's home team averages 0.36 goals, while the visitors average 0.79.
First Period Stats: CSK VVS (home) vs Neftyanik (away)
- Number of matches played in the tournament: 16 vs 23;
- Number of wins: 6 (37.5%) vs 9 (39.13%);
- Number of losses: 5 (31.25%) vs 6 (26.09%);
- Number of draws: 5 (31.25%) vs 8 (34.78%).
- Average goals scored: 0.63 vs 0.83;
- Average goals conceded: 0.75 vs 0.7.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Number of wins: 4 vs 5;
- Number of losses: 2 vs 3;
- Number of draws: 4 vs 2;
- Average first-period total: 1.1 (scored - 0.6, conceded - 0.5) vs 1.8 (scored - 1.1, conceded - 0.7).
- CSK VVS have scored less than 0.5 goals in the first period at home in 6 of their last 7 head-to-head meetings with Neftyanik.
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 13;
- Home wins - 3, Away wins - 10.
Statistics: CSK VVS vs Neftyanik
- Matches played in the tournament: 40 vs 41;
- Wins: 23 (58%) vs 27 (66%);
- Losses: 17 (43%) vs 14 (34%);
- Home wins in the tournament: 7;
- Away wins in the tournament: 13.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 6 vs 7;
- Losses: 4 vs 3;
- Home wins: 2;
- Away wins: 4.
- CSK VVS are unbeaten (in regulation) in 12 of their last 13 matches.
- CSK VVS are unbeaten (in regulation) at home for 8 consecutive games.
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Average goals per match for home team - 1.57, for away team - 3.07;
- Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 4.43;
- Both teams scored in the 1st period - twice;
- Both teams scored in the 2nd period - six times;
- Both teams scored in the 3rd period - three times.
Statistics: CSK VVS vs Neftyanik
- Average total in the tournament: 4.78 vs 4.98;
- Average goals scored: 2.8 vs 3.39;
- Average goals conceded: 2.33 vs 1.85;
- CSK VVS: Average total at home in the tournament - 2.56;
- Neftyanik: Average total away in the tournament - 3.13;
- Last 10 matches (average goals scored): 2.2 (home - 1.6) vs 2.7 (away - 2.5).
- Total over 4.5 goals occurred in 6 of the last 7 head-to-head matches between these teams.