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As Metallurg Magnitogorsk prepares to face Barys Astana on September 18, 2026, the stakes are higher than ever. Metallurg comes into this matchup with a strong performance history, having secured victories in 4 of their last 5 games. Their recent form suggests a potent attack and solid defensive structure, critical elements that have contributed to their success. Home advantage at their arena is likely to amplify their confidence.
On the other hand, Barys Astana, while somewhat less consistent with 3 wins in their last 5 encounters, still poses a significant challenge. Their tactical approach often emphasizes a fast-paced game coupled with strategic puck control, making them a dangerous opponent.
According to bookmakers, Metallurg is favored with odds of 1.54 for a home win, while Barys Astana’s odds stand at 4.97 for an away victory. The probability model indicates a 60.2% chance of a home win, suggesting that Metallurg’s form and home advantage offer a high likelihood for success.
However, hockey is intrinsically unpredictable, and Barys will seek to exploit any defensive lapses. Ultimately, while Metallurg appears to have the edge, the outcome remains uncertain, making this matchup an intriguing prospect for both fans and bettors alike.
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| Metallurg M 61.4% |
Draw 19.7% |
Barys 19% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 4:1
Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1.56 | 5.08 | 5.13 | |
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1.51 | 4.50 | 4.80 |
Latest Results
| 13.09.26 Avangard Omsk – Metallurg Magnitogorsk – 3:2 AET 11.09.26 Ak Bars Kazan – Metallurg Magnitogorsk – 2:3 penalties 08.09.26 Metallurg Magnitogorsk – Amur Khabarovsk – 2:1 AET 06.09.26 Metallurg Magnitogorsk – Amur Khabarovsk – 4:2 29.08.26 Metallurg Magnitogorsk – Salavat Yulaev Ufa – 3:2 AET |
12.09.26 Barys Astana – Amur Khabarovsk – 1:3 09.09.26 Barys Astana – Salavat Yulaev Ufa – 8:6 07.09.26 Barys Astana – HC Sibir Novosibirsk – 7:1 30.08.26 Barys Astana – Admiral Vladivostok – 6:5 OT 28.08.26 SKA-VMF St. Petersburg – Barys Astana – 2:1 penalties |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 17.02.26 Barys Astana – Metallurg Magnitogorsk – 2:3 OT 29.11.25 Metallurg Magnitogorsk – Barys Astana – 5:2 09.11.25 Barys Astana – Metallurg Magnitogorsk – 1:4 18.09.25 Metallurg Magnitogorsk – Barys Astana – 5:1 29.08.25 Metallurg Magnitogorsk – Barys Astana – 2:1 |
Standings
Western Conference
| Pl | W | WO | LO | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Lokomotiv Yaroslavl | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 13:5 | 8 |
| 2 | Nizhny Novgorod | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 15:10 | 8 |
| 3 | SKA St. Petersburg | 5 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 13:10 | 8 |
| 4 | Spartak Moscow | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 14:4 | 6 |
| 5 | Dynamo Moscow | 5 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 11:10 | 6 |
| 6 | Lada | 5 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 10:16 | 4 |
| 7 | Shanghai | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 10:10 | 4 |
| 8 | Cherepovets | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 4:15 | 3 |
| 9 | Dinamo Minsk | 4 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 10:15 | 3 |
| 10 | CSKA Moscow | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 9:10 | 2 |
| 11 | Sochi | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2:10 | 0 |
Eastern Conference
| Pl | W | WO | LO | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Niznekamsk | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 14:8 | 7 |
| 2 | Bars Kazan | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 12:10 | 7 |
| 3 | Magnitogorsk | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 11:8 | 7 |
| 4 | Yekaterinburg | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 11:10 | 5 |
| 5 | Barys Astana | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 16:10 | 4 |
| 6 | Salavat Ufa | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 13:10 | 4 |
| 7 | Avangard Omsk | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 7:7 | 4 |
| 8 | Vladivostok | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 6:8 | 3 |
| 9 | Khabarovsk | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 6:9 | 3 |
| 10 | Novosibirsk | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 8:16 | 3 |
| 11 | Tractor Chelyabinsk | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6:10 | 2 |
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