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Cherepovets vs SKA St. Petersburg Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips - 13-10-2026
Oct 1316:00
Match Prediction
Expected score: Cherepovets 1-3 SKA St. Petersburg
CherepovetsDrawSKA St. Petersburg
As the KHL returns for an exciting matchup, Cherepovets hosts SKA St. Petersburg. Both teams currently share equal points in the standings but demonstrate contrasting recent form, making this encounter particularly compelling.
Team form
Cherepovets
Cherepovets has struggled in their last five outings, securing only one win alongside four losses. Their only victory came against Lada with a score of 1-0, while they were shut out twice by Dynamo Moscow and Vladivostok, losing both matches 0-2. Furthermore, their defeat to Spartak Moscow by 0-8 raises concerns about defensive weaknesses in their lineup. Currently, Cherepovets averages 0.6 goals scored and 3.0 conceded per game, which highlights their poor offensive strategy coupled with major flaws in goalkeeping and defensive coordination.
SKA St. Petersburg
On the flip side, SKA St. Petersburg has been in robust form, winning three out of their last five games. Their recent victories include an impressive performance against Barys Astana, where they won 5-3, and another solid win against Tractor Chelyabinsk, finishing 4-3. Their only loss in the previous matches was a 1-3 setback against Spartak Moscow. With an average of 3.6 goals scored and 2.2 conceded per game, SKA’s offensive capabilities stand out, revealing a strength in attack that could prove critical in this matchup.
Head-to-head
There are currently no head-to-head results available for Cherepovets and SKA St. Petersburg. This lack of direct competition insights imposes a degree of unpredictability, making current league performances and analyses essential in forming expectations for their face-off on October 13.
Key factors
Cherepovets' offensive struggles are noteworthy, particularly their inability to put the puck in the net consistently. This will be pivotal, especially against a team like SKA St. Petersburg, which has an effective scoring strategy. Conversely, SKA’s ability to score will challenge Cherepovets' defense, which has exhibited flaws. Factors such as home-ice advantage, player performance, and tactical approaches will also play crucial roles in determining the match outcome.
Prediction
Given the contrasting current form of the two teams, with SKA performing strongly offensively and Cherepovets struggling on both ends of the ice, the prediction leans towards an away victory. SKA St. Petersburg's impressive goal-scoring average during their recent games, alongside Cherepovets' defensive vulnerabilities, suggests they will likely dominate this fixture effectively. The expectation for an open match, where goals are anticipated given SKA's attacking flair and Cherepovets' recent form, supports this outlook.
Overall, with a clear advantage based on recent performances, SKA St. Petersburg is favored to secure an away victory against Cherepovets.
Match info
Tournaments:
KHL(2026)
Type
League
Statistics
Odds Comparison
Recent Form
Cherepovets
W
W
W
W
W
SKA St. Petersburg
L
L
L
W
W
Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Lokomotiv Yaroslavl | 14 | 10 | 3 | 22 |
| 2 |  CSKA Moscow | 14 | 9 | 3 | 22 |
| 3 |  Cherepovets | 14 | 7 | 4 | 18 |
| 4 |  Nizhny Novgorod | 13 | 7 | 4 | 18 |
| 5 |  Shanghai | 11 | 6 | 2 | 17 |
| 6 |  Spartak Moscow | 14 | 7 | 5 | 16 |
| 7 |  SKA St. Petersburg | 12 | 5 | 4 | 16 |
| 8 |  Dinamo Minsk | 14 | 5 | 4 | 15 |
| 9 |  Dynamo Moscow | 15 | 2 | 8 | 12 |
| 10 |  Lada | 14 | 1 | 9 | 6 |
| 11 |  Sochi | 13 | 2 | 11 | 4 |
| 1 |  Magnitogorsk | 15 | 9 | 3 | 23 |
| 2 |  Niznekamsk | 14 | 8 | 4 | 18 |
| 3 |  Barys Astana | 13 | 6 | 5 | 16 |
| 4 |  Khabarovsk | 13 | 7 | 5 | 15 |
| 5 |  Salavat Ufa | 14 | 6 | 6 | 15 |
| 6 |  Bars Kazan | 14 | 3 | 6 | 15 |
| 7 |  Yekaterinburg | 13 | 6 | 5 | 14 |
| 8 |  Vladivostok | 14 | 3 | 6 | 13 |
| 9 |  Avangard Omsk | 13 | 3 | 7 | 12 |
| 10 |  Novosibirsk | 14 | 4 | 7 | 11 |
| 11 |  Tractor Chelyabinsk | 13 | 3 | 8 | 10 |
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