Salavat Yulaev Ufa vs Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk predictions, Sep 18, 2026

Sep 15, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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Salavat Yulaev

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As Salavat Yulaev Ufa prepares to host HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk on September 18, 2026, both teams will be looking to assert themselves in the KHL standings. Salavat Yulaev comes into this match with a mixed recent form, having secured victories in 2 of their last 5 games. Their home-ice advantage could play a crucial role, allowing them to leverage familiar conditions and support from local fans.

In contrast, HC Neftekhimik has shown a stronger trend, winning 3 of their last 5 matchups. This momentum could provide them with the confidence needed to challenge Salavat Yulaev effectively. Neftekhimik’s tactical approach may focus on solid defense and quick counterattacks, aiming to exploit any gaps left by Ufa’s offense.

According to bookmakers, Salavat Yulaev is slightly favored with odds at 1.99, while Neftekhimik stands at 3.14. The probability model suggests a 50.7% chance of a home win against a 28.1% probability for an away victory, indicating a competitive showdown. Notably, the predicted final score leans in favor of Salavat Yulaev at 3:2, reflecting the nuances of both teams’ current form and potential strategies. However, in the unpredictable nature of hockey, outcomes remain uncertain.

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Salavat Yulaev
47.4%		 Draw
22.8%		 Neftekhimik
29.9%

Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2

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Latest Results

09.09.26 Barys Astana – Salavat Yulaev Ufa – 8:6
07.09.26 Avangard Omsk – Salavat Yulaev Ufa – 0:4
05.09.26 Severstal Cherepovets – Salavat Yulaev Ufa – 2:3
29.08.26 Metallurg Magnitogorsk – Salavat Yulaev Ufa – 3:2 AET
28.08.26 Salavat Yulaev Ufa – Amur Khabarovsk – 2:3 AET		 13.09.26 HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk – Admiral Vladivostok – 2:1
11.09.26 HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk – Avtomobilist Yekaterinburg – 3:1
08.09.26 HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk – HC Sochi – 5:1
06.09.26 HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk – Shanghai Dragons – 4:5 OT
30.08.26 Avangard Omsk – HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk – 4:3

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Salavat Yulaev won 4.
  • Both teams have been playing unpredictably.
  • Neftekhimik may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Recently, Salavat Yulaev has had a series of away games.
  • Recently, Neftekhimik has had a series of home games.
  • Salavat Yulaev is expected to have a slight advantage in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Salavat Yulaev won 14 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 61:41. (average 3.1:2.1).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Salavat Yulaev won 9 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 35:15. (average 3.5:1.5).

    Latest Head To Head

    18.03.26 Salavat Yulaev Ufa – HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk – 3:0
    02.02.26 Salavat Yulaev Ufa – HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk – 2:1
    05.01.26 Salavat Yulaev Ufa – HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk – 2:1
    23.11.25 HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk – Salavat Yulaev Ufa – 1:3
    07.11.25 HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk – Salavat Yulaev Ufa – 1:0

    Standings

    Western Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Lokomotiv Yaroslavl 5 4 1 0 0 17:6 10
    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 5 2 0 2 1 13:13 6
    5 Avangard Omsk 4 1 2 0 1 10:9 6
    6 Barys Astana 3 2 0 0 1 16:10 4
    7 Salavat Ufa 3 2 0 0 1 13:10 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 4 0 1 0 3 7:14 2

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