Molot vs Metallurg Prediction 21 January 2026
📣 On Wednesday, we have a clash between Perm's Molot and Novokuznetsk's Metallurg. The team from Perm will aim to surprise the league leaders. Meanwhile, the visitors are looking to solidify their position at the top. The last encounter between these teams ended with a 5-1 victory for Metallurg, motivating the "Bears" to seek revenge.
Head-to-Head
📊 A statistical overview of the official encounters between Molot and Metallurg:
- They have faced off in 21 matches;
- The home side has secured 8 victories (including overtime), while the visitors have claimed 13 wins;
- Goals scored: 47 for the hosts, 67 for the visitors;
- Average goals in the 1st period - 1.54, in the 2nd - 1.54, in the 3rd - 1.46;
- Average total goals per match - 4.42.
The last time these teams met was on 30 October 2025 at Metallurg's arena, with the final score being 5-1.
Head-to-head statistics Molot - Metallurg
Molot-Prikamye Perm Team Overview
Molot find themselves in 17th place in the standings. In their last five matches, the team have managed only two victories. Over the past ten games, they have won half of their encounters. The average scoring rate for the Perm side is 2.3 goals per game while conceding 3.4. At home, Molot appear slightly more confident, averaging 2.67 goals per game on their own ice. A notable feature of the hosts' play is their aggressive start; they often score first in the opening period, even against strong opponents from the upper part of the table.
Match Results: Molot-Prikamye Perm
Metallurg Team Overview
Metallurg continue to impress with their performance this season. Five consecutive victories are not just numbers; they are a testament to the strength and skill of the team from Novokuznetsk. Over their last ten outings, they've suffered only one defeat, averaging nearly four goals per match. On the road, they maintain their form, delighting fans with an average of 3.3 goals per game. Metallurg's defense is also top-notch, conceding an average of just two goals. It seems no obstacle is insurmountable for them, whether they're playing at home or away. The team's morale is evidently high-how else could you explain such consistency?
Match Results: Metallurg
Prediction for the 1st period
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 21;
- First period wins for home team (on home ice) - 5; for away team (on the road) - 6;
- Average total in the first period: 1.54;
- Today's home team averages 0.83 goals, visitors - 0.71.
First Period Statistics: Molot (home) vs Metallurg (away)
- Tournament matches played: 18 vs 23;
- Wins: 4 (22.22%) vs 7 (30.43%);
- Losses: 5 (27.78%) vs 8 (34.78%);
- Draws: 9 (50%) vs 8 (34.78%).
- Average goals scored: 0.89 vs 0.74;
- Average goals conceded: 0.94 vs 0.91.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Wins: 2 vs 5;
- Losses: 4 vs 1;
- Draws: 4 vs 4;
- Average first-period total: 1.7 (scored - 0.6, conceded - 1.1) vs 1.9 (scored - 1.2, conceded - 0.7).
- Molot scores more than 0.5 goals in the first period in seven consecutive head-to-head games against Metallurg.
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 21;
- Home team victories - 8, away team victories - 13.
Statistics: Molot vs Metallurg
- Matches played in the tournament: 42 vs 44;
- Wins: 22 (52%) vs 37 (84%);
- Losses: 20 (48%) vs 7 (16%);
- Home wins in the tournament: 12;
- Away wins in the tournament: 18.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 5 vs 9;
- Losses: 5 vs 1;
- Home victories: 2;
- Away victories: 5.
- Molot have not won (in regulation time) at home against Metallurg in their last 7 head-to-head meetings.
Total Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Average goals per match for the home team - 1.96, for the away team - 2.79;
- Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 4.42;
- 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 - 7 times.
Statistics: Molot vs Metallurg
- Average tournament total: 4.62 vs 5.66;
- Average goals scored: 2.29 vs 3.68;
- Average goals conceded: 2.64 vs 2.18;
- Molot: Average home total in the tournament - 2.67;
- Metallurg: Average away total in the tournament - 3.3;
- Last 10 matches (average goals scored): 2.3 (home - 2) vs 3.9 (away - 3.5).
- Metallurg have scored more than 2.5 goals in their last 7 matches.
⭐ Editorial Prediction
The match promises to be dynamic and entertaining, thanks to the attacking style of both teams and their current form. The Hammers are eager to improve their position and will actively seek opportunities at the opponent's goal from the start. However, the main focus should be on the visitors - Metallurg are in excellent form with a streak of five consecutive victories and a trend of high-scoring games: in seven consecutive matches, "Kuznya" have surpassed the 2.5-goal mark. Considering the playing style of both teams, let's look at betting on a total over 5.5 goals. This bet has hit in 6 of Metallurg's last 7 matches.No comments
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