Gornyak-UGMK Verkhnyaya Pyshma vs Norilsk Prediction 25 October 2026
🔊 Not long ago, Gornyak-UGMK were steadily picking up points, but the Urals side have now lost four out of their last five games and slipped to 18th in the standings. Norilsk, on the other hand, are enjoying a much stronger run-seven wins in their last eight outings have propelled the visitors into the VHL’s top five. That said, last season the Arctic club lost both head-to-head clashes with Gornyak. Can the team from Verkhnyaya Pyshma once again get the better of a tricky opponent, or will Norilsk extend their winning streak?
Head-to-Head
📊 Gornyak-UGMK and Norilsk have faced off in 12 official matches, with each side claiming 6 victories, including wins secured in overtime. Gornyak hold the edge in goals scored, netting 39 compared to Norilsk’s 34. On average, the opening period sees 1.92 goals, the second period produces 2.08, and the third delivers 1.83. The average total for these encounters stands at 5.83 goals per game. Their most recent head-to-head took place on 01 February 2026 at Norilsk’s home rink, where Gornyak earned a narrow 1-0 win.
Head-to-head statistics Gornyak-UGMK Verkhnyaya Pyshma - Norilsk
Gornyak-UGMK Verkhnyaya Pyshma Team Overview
This season, Gornyak-UGMK have played 13 games, recording 8 wins and 5 losses. Their win percentage stands at 62%, while losses account for 38% of their results. On average, games involving Gornyak-UGMK feature 4.69 total goals, with the team scoring 2.77 times per game and conceding an average of 2.15. Over the course of the campaign, Gornyak-UGMK players have found the net 36 times, with nearly half of those goals (47.22%) coming in the second period. On home ice, they average 3.25 goals per game. Defensively, the team have allowed 28 goals this season. The opening period has proven particularly challenging, as 28.57% of all goals conceded have come in the first frame. At home, they also concede an average of 3.25 goals per game.
Match Results: Gornyak-UGMK Verkhnyaya Pyshma
Norilsk Team Overview
This season, Norilsk have played 18 matches, recording 11 wins and 7 losses. Their win rate stands at 61%, while losses account for 39% of their games. Matches featuring Norilsk average a total of 4.28 goals, with the team scoring an average of 2.33 goals per game and conceding 2.17. Norilsk have found the net 42 times overall, with the third period proving most productive-40.48% of their goals have come in the final frame. On the road, they average two goals per game. Defensively, Norilsk have conceded 39 goals over the course of the season. The second period has been their most vulnerable stretch, accounting for 36.84% of all goals allowed. Away from home, they concede an average of 2.71 goals per game.
Match Results: Norilsk
Prediction for the 1st period
Gornyak-UGMK have struggled early in their home games, failing to win the opening period in seven of their last eight matches on home ice. Norilsk, on the other hand, have avoided defeat in the first twenty minutes across eight consecutive fixtures. The bet: Norilsk to avoid defeat in the first period at odds of 1.38.
Match Result Prediction
Norilsk are in fine form, having won seven of their last eight matches and suffering just one defeat in regulation time during that stretch. In contrast, Gornyak have struggled, losing four of their last five games. The pick: Norilsk to avoid defeat in regulation time at odds of 1.63.
Total Goals Prediction
Even in tough matchups, Norilsk manage to find ways to score. The team have netted at least two goals in eight consecutive games. Their latest victory over Chelmet (2-1) keeps that streak alive. The bet here is on Norilsk’s individual total over 1.5 goals at odds of 1.35.
*Odds are approximate and may vary across different bookmakers.
⭐ Editor’s Prediction
Gornyak-UGMK have lost momentum after a strong start to the season, with their defensive issues becoming increasingly apparent. In three of their last four matches, fans have witnessed at least five goals. Norilsk, on the other hand, continue to pick up points and have scored at least twice in eight consecutive games. All signs point to another high-scoring encounter here. Four of the last five head-to-head meetings between these sides have produced over 4.5 goals. Given the hosts’ defensive struggles and the visitors’ attacking consistency, my pick is over 4.5 goals.
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