Zvezda vs Ska Neva Prediction 27 September 2025
📣 The Saturday "Army Derby" will take place at Zvezda's home ground in Moscow. Currently, the teams hold the following positions: Zvezda are in 14th place, while SKA-VMF are at the bottom of the standings, sitting in 30th. For the Moscow side, every victory is crucial to solidify their spot in the top 16. Meanwhile, the team from St. Petersburg are aiming to at least surpass Kristall and Olimpia.
Head-to-Head
📊 A breakdown of the head-to-head statistics between Zvezda and SKA-VMF:
- They have faced off in 19 games;
- The home team has secured 5 wins (including overtime), while the visitors have claimed 14 victories;
- Goals scored: 45 for the home side versus 66 for the visitors;
- Average goals in the 1st period - 1.7, in the 2nd - 1.8, in the 3rd - 1.8;
- Average total goals per game - 5.25.
The teams last met on 23 January 2025 in Saint Petersburg, with the final score being 4-3.
Head-to-head statistics Zvezda - Ska Neva
Zvezda Team Overview
Zvezda have been delivering consistent performances in recent games, winning three out of their last five matches. The Moscow side's form has been mixed-they started with two consecutive losses before embarking on a winning streak. The "Army Men" have an average scoring rate of about two goals per game, while their defense also holds up well, conceding roughly the same number of goals per match. Zvezda are strong at home, building a solid defense and executing effective attacks. An interesting fact about the team: they often rely on young players from the CSKA system.
Match Results: Zvezda
Ska Neva Team Overview
SKA-VMF are navigating a challenging period, with only two victories in their last five outings highlighting their struggles. Their most recent clash saw the "Sailors" fall to Yugra with a 0-4 defeat. The team finds it difficult to maintain consistent performances on the road, where their average goal tally barely surpasses one per game. Meanwhile, St. Petersburg's defense is far from solid, conceding nearly three goals per match, underscoring their vulnerability to counterattacks. Statistically, SKA-VMF perform reasonably well against Zvezda and often show resilience even under adverse conditions.
Match Results: Ska Neva
Prediction for the 1st period
Head-to-head Matches:
- Total encounters - 20;
- 1st period wins at home for hosts - 4; for visitors - 5;
- Average total in the 1st period: 1.7;
- Today's home team averages 0.65 goals, while the visitors average 1.05.
1st Period Statistics: Zvezda (home) vs SKA-VMF (away)
- Number of matches played in the tournament: 5 vs 3;
- Number of wins: 0 (0%) vs 1 (33.33%);
- Number of losses: 2 (40%) vs 1 (33.33%);
- Number of draws: 3 (60%) vs 1 (33.33%).
- Average goals scored: 0.4 vs 0.33;
- Average goals conceded: 0.8 vs 0.67.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Number of wins: 3 vs 2;
- Number of losses: 3 vs 4;
- Number of draws: 4 vs 4;
- Average total in the 1st period: 1.1 (scored - 0.6, conceded - 0.5) vs 1 (scored - 0.2, conceded - 0.8).
- Total over 1.5 goals in the first period has occurred in 7 of the last 8 head-to-head matches between these teams in the OLIMPBET VHL.
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 20;
- Home victories - 5, Away victories - 14.
Statistics: Zvezda vs SKA-VMF
- Matches played in the tournament: 9 vs 8;
- Wins: 5 (56%) vs 2 (25%);
- Losses: 4 (44%) vs 6 (75%);
- Home wins for Zvezda in the tournament: 2;
- Away wins for SKA-VMF in the tournament: 1.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 5 vs 3;
- Losses: 5 vs 7;
- Home victories for Zvezda: 2;
- Away victories for SKA-VMF: 1.
- SKA-VMF wins with a +1.5 handicap in 8 of the last 9 head-to-head meetings against Zvezda in the OLIMPBET VHL.
Total Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Average goals per match for the home team - 2.25, for the away team - 3.3;
- Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 5.25;
- Both teams scored in the 1st period - 5 times;
- Both teams scored in the 2nd period - 11 times;
- Both teams scored in the 3rd period - 5 times.
Statistics: Zvezda vs SKA-VMF
- Average total in the tournament: 3.89 vs 3.75;
- Average goals scored: 2.11 vs 1.13;
- Average goals conceded: 2 vs 3;
- Zvezda: Average home total in the tournament - 1.6;
- SKA-VMF: Average away total in the tournament - 1.33;
- Last 10 matches (average goals scored): 2 (home - 1.6) vs 1.4 (away - 1.25).
- SKA-VMF scores more than 1.5 goals on the road in 9 of the last 10 head-to-head matches against Zvezda in the OLIMPBET VHL.
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Currently, the "Sailors" are striving to climb out of the lower part of the standings, while the Moscow side aims to solidify their place in the top 16. Despite challenges faced by both teams, Zvezda appear more confident due to their attacking prowess. The Muscovites' offensive play has the potential to dictate the pace of the entire game. However, CSKA's defense has been shaky, as they recently allowed Almetyevsk's Neftyanik to score seven times. Considering that the last 10 head-to-heads between the "Sailors" and "Army Men" have ended with a high number of goals, we suggest betting on a total over 4.5 goals.No comments
Betting Tips: Zvezda - Ska Neva
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