Neftjanik vs Molot Prediction 23 September 2026
🔊 One of the day’s most intriguing matchups will take place in Almetyevsk, featuring two teams from the upper half of the table. Neftyanik have suffered just one defeat so far this season, but now face their closest challenger-Molot, who remain unbeaten. The head-to-head history also favors the visitors: Perm have claimed victory in three of the last five meetings between these sides. That’s why this fixture shapes up to be one of the toughest early-season tests for the hosts.
Head-to-Head
📊 Neftyanik and Molot have faced off in 34 official head-to-head clashes. The hosts have come out on top 20 times, including overtime victories, while the visitors have secured 13 wins. Neftyanik also lead the scoring tally, having netted 92 goals to Molot’s 73. On average, both teams combine for 1.44 goals in the opening period, 1.47 in the second, and 1.71 in the third. The overall average total per game stands at 4.59 goals. Their most recent encounter took place on 11 February 2026 at Molot’s rink, ending in a commanding 8-1 win for Neftyanik.
Head-to-head statistics Neftjanik - Molot

Neftjanik Team Overview
Neftyanik have started the season in impressive fashion, showcasing both consistency and power in their play. The team have claimed victory in four of their last five outings, dropping points just once during this stretch. Their offensive output stands out-Neftyanik are averaging 3.71 goals per game, and that number remains almost as high at home (3.67). Defensively, they remain solid, conceding an average of just 1.71 goals, and even though that figure rises slightly to 2 per game on home ice, they still rank among the league’s best defensive units among the top teams. In recent weeks, Neftyanik have not only kept up their points tally but have also maintained an impressive conversion rate, highlighted by a run of four consecutive wins. The team make the most of their scoring opportunities and rarely surrender the initiative after netting the opening goal.
Match Results: Neftjanik

Molot-Prikamye Perm Team Overview
Molot have kicked off the season in impressive fashion, picking up five wins from their last six outings. Although their most recent match ended in defeat, a prior four-game winning streak highlights the visitors’ consistency. Molot are averaging 3.17 goals per game, and on the road they maintain a solid three-goal average-both figures comfortably above the league mean. Defensively, they concede an average of 2.5 goals, but that number jumps to 3.5 away from home, indicating a drop in reliability at the back when playing on the road. Notably, Molot show consistent attacking intent in the second period: they have scored more than 0.5 goals in the middle frame in five consecutive games, a trend that has defined their current campaign.