Zvezda vs Zauralye Prediction 25 January 2026
📣 On Sunday, VHL fans can look forward to an ice battle between Zvezda and Zauralie. The game will take place at Zvezda's arena, where they aim to leverage their home-ice advantage. This matchup carries significant weight as both teams are eager to improve their standings, especially given their close proximity in the table.
Head-to-Head
📊 A statistical overview of the official head-to-head meetings between Zvezda and Zauralye:
- They have played 31 matches;
- The home team has secured 13 victories (including overtime), while the visitors have claimed 18 wins;
- Goals scored: 65 against 81;
- Average goals in the 1st period - 1.29, in the 2nd - 1.65, in the 3rd - 1.65;
- Average total goals per match - 4.58.
The last time these teams met was on 27 October 2025 at Zauralye's arena, with a final score of 1-3.
Head-to-head statistics Zvezda - Zauralye
Zvezda Moscow Team Overview
Zvezda are navigating a challenging stretch, having suffered three defeats and secured only two victories in their last five outings. The Moscow side's form is concerning, with their latest game ending in a loss. On average, they score about 2.05 goals per match this season. Defensively, they struggle, conceding an average of 2.35 goals per game. The "Army Men" clearly lack consistency, with their fluctuating results indicating issues with focus. Notably, Zvezda have managed just one win in their last seven home encounters against Zauralie.
Match Results: Zvezda Moscow
Zauralye Kurgan Team Overview
Zauralie are on a roll with three consecutive victories, leaving no doubt about the Kurgan team's excellent form. Despite averaging 2.42 goals per game, their defense remains solid, allowing opponents just two goals per match. The second period is particularly noteworthy; from the 20th to the 40th minute, Zauralie shine brightly and prove to be especially productive. An interesting fact is that in matchups against Zvezda, even when playing away, the "Beavers" traditionally find success. These factors boost the visitors' confidence ahead of the upcoming clash.
Match Results: Zauralye Kurgan
Prediction for the 1st period
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 31;
- First period wins by hosts (on home ice) - 5; by visitors (away) - 5;
- Average total in the first period: 1.29;
- Today's hosts average 0.65 goals, visitors - 0.65.
First Period Statistics: Zvezda (home) vs Zauralie (away)
- Number of matches played in the tournament: 21 vs 21;
- Number of wins: 7 (33.33%) vs 6 (28.57%);
- Number of losses: 5 (23.81%) vs 8 (38.1%);
- Number of draws: 9 (42.86%) vs 7 (33.33%).
- Average goals scored: 0.57 vs 0.52;
- Average goals conceded: 0.43 vs 0.76.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Number of wins: 3 vs 3;
- Number of losses: 3 vs 3;
- Number of draws: 4 vs 4;
- Average first period total: 1 (scored - 0.5, conceded - 0.5) vs 1.4 (scored - 0.7, conceded - 0.7).
- Total goals in the first period under 1.5 occurred in 6 of the last 7 head-to-head meetings between these teams.
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- Total encounters - 31;
- Home team wins - 13, away team wins - 18.
Statistics: Zvezda vs Zauralye
- Games played in the tournament: 43 vs 45;
- Wins: 19 (44%) vs 21 (47%);
- Losses: 24 (56%) vs 24 (53%);
- Home wins in the tournament: 8;
- Away wins in the tournament: 7.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 5 vs 5;
- Losses: 5 vs 5;
- Home wins: 2;
- Away wins: 1.
- Zvezda have failed to win at home in regulation time in 6 of their last 7 head-to-heads with Zauralye.
- Zvezda have failed to win at home in regulation time in 8 of their last 9 matches.
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- Average goals per match for the home team - 2.1, for the away team - 2.61;
- Average total goals in head-to-heads - 4.58;
- Both teams scored in the 1st period - 8 times;
- Both teams scored in the 2nd period - 10 times;
- Both teams scored in the 3rd period - 8 times.
Statistics: Zvezda vs Zauralye
- Average total in the tournament: 4.26 vs 4.42;
- Average goals scored: 2.05 vs 2.42;
- Average goals conceded: 2.35 vs 2.29;
- Zvezda: average home total in the tournament - 2;
- Zauralye: average away total in the tournament - 1.9;
- Last 10 matches (average goals scored): 2 (home - 2.2) vs 2.3 (away - 1.67).
- Zauralye have scored more than 1.5 goals on the road in their last 7 encounters with Zvezda.
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Star, showing inconsistency in recent matches, will aim to leverage their home ice advantage to improve their standing. However, their defense remains vulnerable, providing opportunities for the visitors from Kurgan to succeed. Zauralie are in excellent form with three consecutive wins and consistent scoring in the second period. The team exudes confidence even on the road, as evidenced by their successful outings against Star (the "Beavers" have avoided defeat in regulation time against the Moscow side in 6 of their last 7 away encounters). Considering all factors, we recommend a bet on Zauralie's double chance (X2).No comments
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