Admiral vs Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk Prediction 27 September 2026
🔊 Neftekhimik have already beaten Admiral once this season back in September, and now they're aiming to do it again in Vladivostok. The Nizhnekamsk side arrive on the back of an impressive win over Barys, but they’ve had barely any time to recover-their previous game was played on September 26. For the hosts, the situation is quite the opposite: their results have been modest so far, but they’ve enjoyed more time to prepare for this clash. Adding further intrigue is Neftekhimik’s current form-after eight games, they’ve picked up 11 points and remain among the leaders in the Eastern Conference.
Neftekhimik open their campaign with a win
📊 Neftekhimik claimed the season’s first head-to-head on home ice (2-1), despite Admiral taking an early lead through Anthony Camara. Damir Zhafyarov leveled the score before the end of the opening period, and in the third, Yevgeny Mityakin netted the game-winner for the hosts. Last regular season, Neftekhimik also held the upper hand, winning three of their four meetings. However, those matchups played out very differently: the average goals total was 6.75 per game, and only once did the teams combine for fewer than six goals.
Head-to-head statistics Admiral - Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk
Admiral came up just short once again.
Across eight games, Admiral have collected the same number of points both at home and on the road-three each-but their scoring output in Vladivostok has improved from 1.5 to 2 goals per game. Even so, it’s not enough: their average xG sits at just 2.09, the lowest mark in the league. Against CSKA, the team from Primorye managed to score three times and pushed the game to a shootout, while versus Lokomotiv, their lone goal only came in the 51st minute.
Despite the result, their latest outing didn’t look hopeless. After a tough opening period, Admiral gradually found their footing, survived a 1.5-minute 3-on-5 penalty kill, and cut the deficit in the third period, but ultimately fell to Lokomotiv (1-2). The shot count ended up at 23-27, and they trailed in offensive zone time-13:02 to 15:25. Another setback was a serious injury to Ivan Kulbakov, but on a positive note, Olson and Grman have been cleared by doctors, according to Oleg Bratash.
Match Results: Admiral Vladivostok
Neftekhimik have picked up the pace
Eight games have brought Neftekhimik 11 points, with the team averaging 3.3 goals per contest. Their offense looked especially sharp against Lada, firing in seven goals while converting every fifth shot on target. However, their attacking surge has come at a cost defensively: Metallurg put six past the Nizhnekamsk side, capitalizing on 20% of their shots, while Lada managed to score three times.
In Astana, Neftekhimik once again demonstrated just how quickly they can take control of a game. After Zhafarov opened the scoring, the team dominated the second period-Seleznev and Tochilkin found the net, Petunin struck on the power play, and Sokolov added a shorthanded goal. Barys tried to mount a comeback after falling behind 0-5, pulling two goals back, but Artur Tianulin halted their momentum with a timely sixth goal. Now, the main question is how quickly Neftekhimik can recover from such an intense match before facing Admiral in Vladivostok.
Match Results: Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk
⚡️ Key Players
Admiral’s top scorer is Oskar Bulavchuk, who has racked up 5 points (1 goal, 4 assists) in seven games, boasting a +4 plus-minus rating. Anthony Camara has contributed 4 points (3 goals, 1 assist), converting an impressive 23.1% of his shots. Egor Chezganov has also tallied 4 points (2 goals, 2 assists) and leads the team in shots on goal with 23 attempts over eight games.
For Neftekhimik, Andrey Belozerov leads the way with 9 points (3 goals, 6 assists) in eight matches. Damir Zhafyarov has put up 7 points (4 goals, 3 assists), already finding the net in the first head-to-head clash with Admiral. Matvey Nadvorny has scored three goals across seven appearances.
🥅 Goaltenders
With Ivan Kulbakov sidelined by injury, Nikita Boyarkin’s form becomes crucial for Admiral. Over four games, he’s stopped 98 of 103 shots for a .951 save percentage and a 1.42 goals-against average. Prior to his injury, Kulbakov posted a .934 save percentage and a 1.96 GAA in five outings.
For Neftekhimik, Yaroslav Ozolin has enjoyed a stellar start to the season-three wins from three starts, a .969 save percentage, and a rock-solid 1.00 GAA. Filipp Dolganov has featured in five games with two wins, but his numbers are less impressive: a .902 save percentage and a 3.20 GAA.
⭐️ Editor’s Prediction
The season opener between these teams saw just three goals, but history suggests we could be in for a different kind of contest this time. In three of their last four head-to-head meetings in regulation, at least five goals have been scored. Neftekhimik have cleared the four-goal mark in each of their last two games, and they’re averaging 3.3 goals per game after eight outings this season. Admiral’s home fixtures against CSKA and Dynamo Moscow have also produced over four goals. It’s worth noting that Neftekhimik are playing on back-to-back nights, which could impact their defensive play. My pick is over 4.5 total goals.
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