Lokomotiv Yaroslavl vs Severstal Cherepovets predictions, Mar 09, 2026

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As Lokomotiv Yaroslavl prepares to host Severstal Cherepovets on March 9, 2026, both teams bring contrasting forms into this KHL matchup. Lokomotiv has been in strong form, securing victories in all of their last five contests, showcasing a well-rounded offensive strategy and a robust defensive setup. Their recent success will likely instill confidence as they enter this home fixture.

In contrast, Severstal Cherepovets has struggled with consistency, managing only two wins in their last five outings. This inconsistency may hinder their ability to mount a solid challenge against a formidable Lokomotiv side. The away team’s recent performances suggest vulnerabilities in both structure and execution, factors that Lokomotiv could exploit.

Bookmakers have established odds favoring the home team at 1.78, with an implied probability of 54.4% for a Lokomotiv win. The predicted final score of 3:2 indicates that a competitive contest could unfold. While Lokomotiv’s home advantage and recent form position them as favorites, hockey can be unpredictable, and Severstal will look to capitalize on any lapses in their opponent’s game. As such, bettors should consider both teams’ current trajectories when placing wagers.

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Lokomotiv 54.4%

Draw 22.1%

Severstal 23.5%

Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2

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	1.78	4.38	4.13	Watch and Bet

Latest Results

04.03.26 HC Sochi – Lokomotiv Yaroslavl – 2:3 02.03.26 Severstal Cherepovets – Lokomotiv Yaroslavl – 2:3 penalties 28.02.26 SKA Saint Petersburg – Lokomotiv Yaroslavl – 2:5 24.02.26 Lokomotiv Yaroslavl – HC Dynamo Moscow – 3:1 21.02.26 Lokomotiv Yaroslavl – HC Dinamo Minsk – 5:4 penalties

02.03.26 Severstal Cherepovets – Lokomotiv Yaroslavl – 2:3 penalties 27.02.26 Severstal Cherepovets – Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod – 1:2 24.02.26 Metallurg Magnitogorsk – Severstal Cherepovets – 3:4 OT 22.02.26 Barys Astana – Severstal Cherepovets – 2:3 OT 20.02.26 Traktor Chelyabinsk – Severstal Cherepovets – 5:2

Facts

Lokomotiv is Qualified for KHL (Play Offs 1/8~finals)

Severstal is Qualified for KHL (Play Offs 1/8~finals)

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Lokomotiv won 3.

Lokomotiv has shown excellent form with a series of wins in recent matches (last 5 games: 5 wins).

In recent matches, Severstal has shown inconsistent performance (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).

Severstal may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.

In this match, Lokomotiv is the team to beat.

We predict that Lokomotiv will win today’s game, with odds of 1.78.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Lokomotiv won 13 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 54:35. (average 2.7:1.8).

Including home matches between the teams, Lokomotiv won 8 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 30:20. (average 2.7:1.8).

Latest Head To Head

02.03.26 Severstal Cherepovets – Lokomotiv Yaroslavl – 2:3 penalties 28.11.25 Severstal Cherepovets – Lokomotiv Yaroslavl – 2:0 13.10.25 Severstal Cherepovets – Lokomotiv Yaroslavl – 4:3 24.09.25 Lokomotiv Yaroslavl – Severstal Cherepovets – 2:1 09.09.25 Lokomotiv Yaroslavl – Severstal Cherepovets – 4:1

Standings

Main

Western Conference

		Pl	W	WO	LO	L		Pts
1	Lokomotiv Yaroslavl ✔	63	32	11	5	15	171:123	91
2	Dinamo Minsk ✔	63	32	5	9	17	227:156	83
3	Cherepovets ✔	63	27	11	5	20	185:168	81
4	Nizhny Novgorod ✔	63	25	10	6	22	176:172	76
5	CSKA Moscow ✔	62	29	4	8	21	149:137	74
6	SKA St. Petersburg ✔	62	25	8	7	22	179:159	73
7	Dynamo Moscow ✔	61	24	10	4	23	164:152	72
8	Spartak Moscow ✔	61	27	5	6	23	183:184	70
9	Shanghai	62	16	5	12	29	153:204	54
10	Lada	63	16	3	7	37	146:219	45
11	Sochi	60	15	2	8	35	126:213	42

Eastern Conference

		Pl	W	WO	LO	L		Pts
1	Magnitogorsk ✔	61	36	9	7	9	237:164	97
2	Avangard Omsk ✔	62	33	10	4	15	207:147	90
3	Bars Kazan ✔	62	33	5	8	16	187:154	84
4	Yekaterinburg ✔	62	29	8	4	21	188:145	78
5	Salavat Ufa ✔	62	24	9	4	25	164:156	70
6	Tractor Chelyabinsk	61	25	4	7	25	190:184	65
7	Niznekamsk	63	23	7	3	30	155:176	63
8	Novosibirsk	62	13	13	8	28	145:182	60
9	Khabarovsk	62	20	4	7	31	143:173	55
10	Barys Astana	62	13	5	11	33	136:189	47
11	Vladivostok	62	13	4	12	33	143:197	46

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