Shanghai Dragons vs Spartak Moscow Prediction 24 December 2025
📣 The second meeting this week between the Shanghai Dragons and Spartak is set to take place at the "SKA Arena". Can Gerard Gallant's squad claim revenge and begin their climb towards the eighth spot in the West? We'll find out soon, but for now, let's take a closer look at the teams' recent performances.
Head-to-Head
Since the start of the current season, the teams have faced off in four head-to-head encounters. The first three ice battles took place on Moscow's rink, with the "Red and Whites" holding the upper hand, securing two victories. The October matchup was memorable for fans: the Shanghai and Moscow teams collectively netted 12 goals in regulation time, and in the shootout, Lucas Lockhart made his mark against his former team. On December 22, the teams met in St. Petersburg, where Spartak claimed a 3-1 victory. The "Dragons" struggled with penalties, faltered in two periods, and without Gage Quinney, they couldn't find a way past Alexander Georgiev.
Head-to-head statistics Shanghai Dragons - Spartak Moscow
Shanghai Dragons Team Overview
The Shanghai Dragons have been delivering inconsistent performances this season, mirroring the path of Kunlun. Since the season's start, the team has secured 14 victories but suffered 22 defeats. On average, Popugaev and company score 2.61 goals per game, while Clendening and his defense allow opponents to net an average of 3.33 goals per match. Statistically, Gerard Gallant's squad has shown more confidence at home compared to their away games, but recently their performance has been equally poor regardless of venue. Following the termination of Ryan Spooner's contract, another issue arose with one of their top scorers, Gage Quinney, sidelined due to injury. Frequent penalties and struggles with execution cast significant doubt on their playoff prospects.
Match Results: Shanghai Dragons
Spartak Moscow Team Overview
Spartak are striving to solidify their spot in the playoff zone. Currently sitting in sixth place, they have clinched victory in six of their last ten matches. However, their performances haven't always been convincing, allowing underdogs in the league to snatch points. Ruzicka and his teammates average three goals per game, yet they concede the same number on average. As previously noted, Alexei Zhamnov's squad has a favorable head-to-head record against the "Dragons," and the formidable North American players no longer seem as daunting to the Moscow side. Following their encounter with the Shanghai team, Spartak will face CSKA in Moscow just before the New Year. There's no doubt that every point is crucial for strengthening their playoff position before the holidays. Pavel Poryadin and Nikita Korostelev remain on the injured list, which could impact their scoring ability.
Match Results: Spartak Moscow
🏒 Projected Lineups
Spartak: Georgiev - Kinn, Mironov - Ruzicka, Morozov, Pivchulin
Shanghai Dragons: Rybar - Harpur, Reilly - Merkley, Sutter, Labanc
🥅 Goalkeepers
After returning from the NHL, Spartak's goaltender Alexander Georgiev has played in 5 games, posting a goals-against average of 1.94. Against the Dragons on Monday, Alexander was outstanding, stopping 41 of 42 shots from Labanc and company.
Former Spartak and Dynamo Minsk goalie Patrik Rybar has recently been sharing starting duties with Andrei Kareyev. Considering that matches against former teams are always significant for goalies, we expect to see Patrik in the net again on Wednesday. Currently, the Slovakian has a goals-against average of 2.86 over 24 games.
Editorial Prediction
Considering Alexander Georgiev's stellar performance in goal and the absence of Gage Quinney for the Shanghai side, it might be wise to bet on the Dragons' individual total under 3 goals. It's worth noting that Gerard Gallant's team has managed to score more than three goals only once in their last ten games, in a match against Neftekhimik (5-7).No comments
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