Izhstal vs HC AKM Tula Prediction 28 September 2025
📣 In the upcoming Olimpbet VHL matchup, Izhevsk's Izhstal will clash with Tula's AKM. Currently, the teams find themselves in different parts of the standings: Izhstal are in 26th place, while AKM sit in seventh. Can the Izhevsk side bounce back after their crushing defeat to Molot? Let's delve into it.
Head-to-Head
📊 A statistical overview of the official encounters between Izhstal and AKM:
- They have faced off in 8 matches;
- The home team has secured 1 win (including overtime), while the visitors have claimed 7 victories;
- Goals scored: 14 against 26;
- Average total goals in the 1st period - 1.13, in the 2nd - 1.88, in the 3rd - 1.88;
- Average total goals per match - 4.88.
The teams last met on 15 February 2025 in Izhevsk, with the final score being 3:4.
Head-to-head statistics Izhstal - HC AKM Tula
Izhstal Team Overview
Izhstal have shown inconsistent form in recent fixtures, securing three wins and suffering four losses in their last seven games. In their most recent outing, the team from Izhevsk fell to Molot, failing to score against the Perm side. The Steelmen average two goals per game while conceding 2.57 on average. Their home performance hasn't been particularly impressive either, with the team scoring just 1.5 goals per match and allowing the same number. A notable strength for the Steelmen is their ability to quickly adapt to their opponent's play. However, it's clear that they often lack defensive stability.
Match Results: Izhstal
Akm Tula Team Overview
AKM are showing more confident form, having secured five wins in their last ten matches. This indicates that the team possess ambition and can compete on equal terms with formidable opponents. It's worth noting the recent slump for the Tula side, as a four-game losing streak nearly threw them off course. Offensively, they appear convincing, averaging 2.6 goals per game, although they concede slightly more-around 2.7 goals per match. A positive trait for the Tula team is their ability to switch gears in the second period, where they often find opportunities to turn the game in their favor.
Match Results: Akm Tula
Prediction for the 1st period
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 8;
- 1st period wins for the home team (on home ice) - 0; for the visitors (away) - 2;
- Average total in the 1st period: 1.13;
- Today's home team averages 0.25 goals, while the visitors score 0.88.
1st Period Statistics: Izhstal (home) vs AKM (away)
- Number of games played in the tournament: 2 vs 6;
- Number of wins: 1 (50%) vs 3 (50%);
- Number of losses: 1 (50%) vs 1 (16.67%);
- Number of draws: 0 (0%) vs 2 (33.33%).
- Average goals scored: 0.5 vs 0.83;
- Average goals conceded: 0.5 vs 0.5.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Number of wins: 1 vs 3;
- Number of losses: 7 vs 3;
- Number of draws: 2 vs 4;
- Average total in the 1st period: 1.9 (scored - 0.4, conceded - 1.5) vs 1.6 (scored - 0.8, conceded - 0.8).
- The total for the first period has been under 2.5 goals in eight consecutive head-to-head matches between Izhstal and Tula (in the OLIMPBET VHL).
- The total for the first period has been under 2.5 goals in 18 of AKM's last 19 away games (in the OLIMPBET VHL).
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- Total encounters - 8;
- Home wins - 1, Away wins - 7.
Statistics: Izhstal vs AKM
- Matches played in the tournament: 7 vs 10;
- Wins: 3 (43%) vs 5 (50%);
- Losses: 4 (57%) vs 5 (50%);
- Home wins in the tournament: 1;
- Away wins in the tournament: 3.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 5 vs 5;
- Losses: 5 vs 5;
- Home wins: 1;
- Away wins: 3.
Total Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- Average goals per match for the home team - 1.75, for the visitors - 3.25;
- Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 4.88;
- Both teams scored in the 1st period - once;
- Both teams scored in the 2nd period - four times;
- Both teams scored in the 3rd period - twice.
Statistics: Izhstal vs AKM
- Average tournament total: 4.43 vs 4.8;
- Average goals scored: 2 vs 2.6;
- Average goals conceded: 2.57 vs 2.7;
- Izhstal: average home total in the tournament - 1.5;
- AKM: average away total in the tournament - 2.67;
- Last 10 matches (average goals scored): 2.2 (home - 1.5) vs 2.6 (away - 2.67).
- AKM have scored over 2.5 goals in five consecutive head-to-head matches against Izhstal (in the OLIMPBET VHL).
⭐ Editor's Prediction
Tula are showing confidence in away games, thanks to their ability to capitalize on opportunities in the second period and minimize defensive errors. Their strategy of playing as the underdog is paying off for the "Mikhaylovtsy" as they effectively control the game and exploit opponents' mistakes. We suggest betting on a total of over 4.5 goals. Izhevsk's defense has been lackluster in recent matches. Their offense has also been quiet, but early in the season, the "Steelworkers" demonstrated their ability to break through opposing defenses. It's worth noting that Izhevsk and Tula have scored at least 5 goals in three out of their last four head-to-head matchups on Izhevsk's ice.No comments
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