Lokomotiv Yaroslavl vs Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk predictions, Feb 17, 2026

Feb 14, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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Lokomotiv Yaroslavl

Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk

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In an intriguing KHL matchup on February 17, 2026, Lokomotiv Yaroslavl hosts HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk at home, presenting a significant test for both teams. Lokomotiv enters the game in robust form, having secured victories in four of their last five outings. This positive momentum reflects not only their offensive capabilities but also their solid defensive structure, which has been pivotal in their recent successes.

Conversely, Neftekhimik has struggled, managing to win only one of their last five matches. Their recent form indicates issues both offensively and defensively, as they have found it challenging to maintain consistency under pressure.

Bookmaker odds favor Lokomotiv with a valuation of 1.54 for a home win, suggesting that confidence in their performance is high. The model prediction gives Lokomotiv a 60.5% chance of winning, alongside a 21.3% probability for a draw and 17.9% for an away victory for Neftekhimik. The projected final score of 4:1 highlights this disparity.

As the match approaches, Lokomotiv will seek to capitalize on their home advantage, while Neftekhimik will need to overcome their recent shortcomings to stand a chance. However, in sports, outcomes remain unpredictable, and both teams will look to impose their strategies effectively.

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Lokomotiv
61.3%		 Draw
21%		 Neftekhimik
17.7%

Prediction (the most likely score): 4:1

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Latest Results

12.02.26 HC Dinamo Minsk – Lokomotiv Yaroslavl – 4:2
10.02.26 Shanghai Dragons – Lokomotiv Yaroslavl – 0:2
04.02.26 Lokomotiv Yaroslavl – HC Spartak Moscow – 3:1
01.02.26 Lokomotiv Yaroslavl – HC Sochi – 3:0
30.01.26 Lokomotiv Yaroslavl – HC Lada Togliatti – 3:1		 12.02.26 HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk – HC Sochi – 3:5
10.02.26 HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk – SKA Saint Petersburg – 1:5
04.02.26 HC Sibir Novosibirsk – HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk – 2:5
02.02.26 Salavat Yulaev Ufa – HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk – 2:1
31.01.26 Ak Bars Kazan – HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk – 6:1

Facts

  • One team leads the standings, the other sits mid-table (ranked 1 in the zone Promotion ~ KHL (Play Offs: 1/8~finals) and 6 in the zone Promotion ~ KHL (Play Offs: 1/8~finals)).
  • Lokomotiv is Qualified for KHL (Play Offs 1/8~finals)
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Lokomotiv won 2.
  • Lokomotiv is undoubtedly in great shape (last 5 games: 4 wins).
  • Neftekhimik is currently in poor form (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • In this match, Lokomotiv is considered a favorite.
  • We predict that Lokomotiv will win today’s game, with odds of 1.54.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Lokomotiv won 11 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 9 matches, and goals 58:45. (average 2.9:2.3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Lokomotiv won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 32:26. (average 2.9:2.4).

    Latest Head To Head

    14.09.25 HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk – Lokomotiv Yaroslavl – 5:4 OT
    24.08.25 Lokomotiv Yaroslavl – HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk – 5:2
    14.03.25 Lokomotiv Yaroslavl – HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk – 1:2 penalties
    14.09.24 HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk – Lokomotiv Yaroslavl – 1:0
    23.02.24 HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk – Lokomotiv Yaroslavl – 2:3 OT

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Lokomotiv Yaroslavl ✔ 56 28 8 5 15 149:111 77
    2 Dinamo Minsk 55 28 5 7 15 199:134 73
    3 Cherepovets 56 26 8 4 18 167:150 72
    4 Nizhny Novgorod 56 24 8 6 18 161:148 70
    5 CSKA Moscow 55 28 2 8 17 138:123 68
    6 Dynamo Moscow 55 20 10 4 21 147:141 64
    7 Spartak Moscow 54 23 5 6 20 161:160 62
    8 SKA St. Petersburg 54 21 7 6 20 154:144 62
    9 Shanghai 55 15 4 9 27 136:182 47
    10 Lada 57 14 2 7 34 129:201 39
    11 Sochi 53 14 2 7 30 113:189 39

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Magnitogorsk ✔ 53 34 7 5 7 217:139 87
    2 Avangard Omsk ✔ 54 30 8 4 12 184:127 80
    3 Bars Kazan ✔ 55 30 5 5 15 166:134 75
    4 Yekaterinburg 54 23 7 4 20 157:134 64
    5 Salavat Ufa 54 22 6 4 22 141:137 60
    6 Niznekamsk 55 21 7 3 24 145:157 59
    7 Tractor Chelyabinsk 54 22 4 6 22 172:164 58
    8 Novosibirsk 57 12 13 5 27 139:173 55
    9 Khabarovsk 55 16 3 7 29 126:159 45
    10 Barys Astana 57 13 5 8 31 126:167 44
    11 Vladivostok 54 10 4 10 30 118:171 38

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