Izhstal vs Ryazan Prediction 29 September 2026
🔊 Both teams currently sit outside the top 16, making this head-to-head clash a valuable opportunity to improve their standing. Izhstal are particularly struggling, languishing near the foot of the table and managing just nine goals in their last five outings. Ryazan-VDV have had their own difficulties as well, recently falling 1-4 to Olimpija. However, the hosts have some positive history in this matchup-Ryazan have traditionally found it tough when facing Izhstal.
Head-to-Head
📊 Izhstal and Ryazan-VDV have faced off in 32 official head-to-head matchups. The home side have claimed 21 victories, including wins secured in overtime, while the visitors have come out on top 10 times. Izhstal have scored a total of 81 goals in these meetings, with Ryazan-VDV netting 63. On average, the teams combine for 1.25 goals in the opening period, 1.66 in the second, and 1.56 in the third. The overall average total per game stands at 4.44 goals. Their most recent head-to-head clash took place on 16 February 2026 at Ryazan-VDV’s rink and ended in a 1-4 result.
Head-to-head statistics Izhstal - Ryazan

Izhstal Team Overview
This season, Izhstal have played seven games, managing just one win and suffering six defeats. Their win percentage stands at 14%, while losses account for 86% of their outings. On average, matches involving Izhstal feature a total of 5.29 goals: the team scores 2.14 goals per game and concedes 3.29. Overall, Izhstal have found the net 15 times, with the opening period proving most productive-40% of their goals come in the first period. At home, they average 2.75 goals scored per game. Defensively, Izhstal have conceded 23 goals so far this season. The third period has been particularly problematic, with opponents scoring 38.46% of their goals against Izhstal in the final frame. On home ice, the team also allows an average of 2.75 goals per game.
Match Results: Izhstal

Ryazan Team Overview
Ryazan-VDV have played nine matches this season, recording three wins and suffering six defeats. Their win rate stands at 33%, while they have come up short in 67% of their games. On average, fixtures involving Ryazan-VDV feature 3.22 goals per game, with the team scoring 1.56 goals and conceding 2.11 on average. The team has netted a total of 14 goals so far. The opening period has been their most productive, accounting for 28.57% of their total goals. Away from home, Ryazan-VDV typically score 1.6 goals per match. Defensively, they have allowed 19 goals this season. The second period has proven to be the toughest for their backline, with 38.46% of all goals conceded coming in that frame. On the road, Ryazan-VDV concede an average of 2.6 goals per game.