Severstal Cherepovec vs SKA St. Petersburg Prediction 26 November 2025
🔊 Severstal Cherepovets are set to host SKA Saint Petersburg on their home ice as part of the latest KHL regular season game day. The hosts have been on an impressive run, just one step away from claiming the top spot in the West. Meanwhile, the visitors have effectively overcome their challenges and climbed back into the top eight of the conference. We have two teams here, both in excellent form.
Head-to-Head
In 2025 (but not in the current season), these rivals faced off twice, exchanging away victories. First, Severstal triumphed in Saint Petersburg with a 7-4 win, and then SKA evened the score in Cherepovets with a 5-3 victory. Notably, the matches were quite high-scoring, with 19 goals netted over 120 minutes. Both teams relentlessly sought opportunities in the offensive zone, capitalizing on nearly every chance for a quick attack.
Head-to-head statistics Severstal Cherepovec - SKA St. Petersburg
Severstal Cherepovec Team Overview
Andrey Kozyrev's squad no longer surprises anyone with their consistent success. They've secured 7 wins in their last 8 matches, earning a well-deserved second place in the Western Conference standings. Moreover, with several slip-ups from their rivals, Severstal are perfectly positioned to soon claim the top spot. The team has all the elements for such an interim success. They've scored 92 goals and conceded just 69, both ranking as the third-best in the league, which allows them to look to the future with optimism.
Match Results: Severstal Cherepovec
SKA St. Petersburg Team Overview
The club from Saint Petersburg has made a strong push to turn around their challenging league situation. In November, the team managed to secure five wins in seven matches, climbing back to the seventh spot in the Western Conference. However, the mere fact that they are fighting for such a low position speaks volumes. Igor Larionov's squad is clearly struggling with scoring, having netted only 75 goals, the lowest among the playoff contenders in the conference. Without improvement in this area, maintaining their position will be difficult.
Match Results: SKA St. Petersburg
🏒 Projected Lineups
Severstal: Samoylov - Gregory, Kaldis - Dumbadze, Podshivalev, Veryaev
SKA: Ivanov - Savikov, Murphy - Dube, Vorobyov, Khairullin
🥅 Goalkeepers
Severstal's goaltender Alexander Samoylov has returned from injury and immediately showcased his importance to the team, securing his fourth shutout of the season. On average, the CSKA academy graduate saves 90.6% of shots, consistently proving his ability to make a difference on the ice.
SKA's netminder Sergey Ivanov is gradually establishing himself as the first-choice goalie in St. Petersburg, and it's well-deserved. The former Sochi player averages a 92.3% save rate and delivers nearly flawless performances between the pipes.
Editor's Prediction
The hosts' remarkable form and impressive tournament run make them favorites for the upcoming clash, yet the visitors are also on the rise, growing stronger with each game. In this scenario, it's worth considering the scoring pattern in their head-to-head encounters. In fact, at least five goals have been scored in seven of their last eight meetings. Given the hosts' attacking prowess, this trend is likely to continue in Cherepovets, with the visitors needing to match blow for blow. Our bet is on total over 4.5 goals.No comments
Betting Tips: Severstal Cherepovec - SKA St. Petersburg
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