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Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk vs Sibir Novosibirsk predictions, Feb 22, 2026

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On February 22, 2026, HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk will host HC Sibir Novosibirsk in a KHL matchup that promises to be competitive. Neftekhimik enters the game looking to improve upon a challenging spell, having managed to secure victory in only 1 of their last 5 outings. Their recent form suggests struggles in both offense and defense, which could pose challenges against a more in-form Sibir side.

HC Sibir Novosibirsk, on the other hand, has found success in 3 of their last 5 matches, demonstrating a more cohesive unit on the ice. They have shown notable tactical strengths, particularly in their transitional play and special teams, which could exploit Neftekhimik’s vulnerabilities. With the bookmakers offering odds of 2.15 for a home win and 2.83 for an away victory, the match forecasts a tighter contest.

Statistical models suggest a probability of 47.3% for a home win, while the away win stands at 30.9%, indicating an edge for Neftekhimik playing on home ice. However, considering the current trajectories of both teams, any outcome remains feasible. Fans can expect an intense game where strategic execution and discipline will be key factors in determining the winner.

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Neftekhimik
43.9%		 Draw
22.8%		 Sibir
33.3%

Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2

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2.1 4 2.75

Latest Results

17.02.26 Lokomotiv Yaroslavl – HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk – 1:0
15.02.26 Severstal Cherepovets – HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk – 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		 18.02.26 HC Sibir Novosibirsk – Amur Khabarovsk – 1:2 OT
12.02.26 HC Sibir Novosibirsk – HC Lada Togliatti – 3:2 OT
10.02.26 HC Sibir Novosibirsk – HC Sochi – 10:1
04.02.26 HC Sibir Novosibirsk – HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk – 2:5
02.02.26 HC Sibir Novosibirsk – Ak Bars Kazan – 3:2 penalties

Facts

  • Enjoy a game between evenly matched mid-table sides (ranked 6 in the zone Promotion ~ KHL (Play Offs: 1/8~finals) and 8 in the zone Promotion ~ KHL (Play Offs: 1/8~finals)).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Neftekhimik won 2.
  • Recent form of Neftekhimik has been disappointing (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Sibir‘s form has been unstable in recent games (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • Sibir may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Recently, Sibir has had a series of home games.
  • In this match, both teams have almost equal chances to win.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Neftekhimik won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 13 matches, and goals 39:47. (average 2:2.4).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Neftekhimik won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 18:17. (average 2:1.9).

    Latest Head To Head

    04.02.26 HC Sibir Novosibirsk – HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk – 2:5
    17.01.26 HC Sibir Novosibirsk – HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk – 1:3
    12.10.25 HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk – HC Sibir Novosibirsk – 2:3 penalties
    25.08.25 HC Sibir Novosibirsk – HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk – 2:1 penalties
    13.01.25 HC Sibir Novosibirsk – HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk – 2:1 OT

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Lokomotiv Yaroslavl ✔ 58 29 9 5 15 152:112 81
    2 Cherepovets ✔ 58 27 9 4 18 173:153 76
    3 Dinamo Minsk ✔ 57 29 5 7 16 208:139 75
    4 Nizhny Novgorod ✔ 58 24 9 6 19 167:155 72
    5 CSKA Moscow 57 28 3 8 18 141:126 70
    6 Dynamo Moscow 56 21 10 4 21 151:143 66
    7 SKA St. Petersburg 56 22 7 7 20 160:147 65
    8 Spartak Moscow 56 24 5 6 21 166:169 64
    9 Shanghai 57 15 4 11 27 140:188 49
    10 Lada 58 15 2 7 34 131:202 41
    11 Sochi 55 14 2 8 31 115:195 40

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Magnitogorsk ✔ 55 34 8 5 8 221:149 89
    2 Avangard Omsk ✔ 56 31 8 4 13 192:134 82
    3 Bars Kazan ✔ 56 31 5 5 15 171:136 77
    4 Yekaterinburg 56 25 7 4 20 169:136 68
    5 Salavat Ufa 56 23 6 4 23 147:141 62
    6 Niznekamsk 57 21 7 3 26 146:161 59
    7 Tractor Chelyabinsk 56 22 4 6 24 174:176 58
    8 Novosibirsk 58 12 13 6 27 140:175 56
    9 Khabarovsk 57 17 4 7 29 131:160 49
    10 Barys Astana 58 13 5 9 31 128:170 45
    11 Vladivostok 55 10 4 10 31 118:174 38

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