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SKA Saint Petersburg vs HC CSKA Moscow predictions, Feb 21, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

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As SKA Saint Petersburg prepares to host HC CSKA Moscow on February 21, 2026, fans can expect a thrilling KHL matchup between two formidable teams. Both clubs enter this encounter in strong form, with SKA winning their last five games, showcasing a well-rounded offense and solid defensive play. Their recent success can be attributed to cohesive team chemistry and effective power plays, allowing them to capitalize on scoring opportunities.

On the other hand, HC CSKA Moscow arrives with four wins in their last five outings. Known for their disciplined approach and tactical efficiency, CSKA has demonstrated an ability to control the pace of the game, making them a tough opponent on the road. Their recent performances underline a potent combination of speed and skill, which has the potential to exploit any defensive lapses from SKA.

Betting odds place SKA at 2.56 for a home victory, while CSKA sits at 2.28 as the away side, indicating a closely contested battle. Our model suggests a 40.5% chance of a home win, a 19.9% chance of a draw, and a 37.7% chance for an away victory, predicting a final score of 2:3. As both teams vie for crucial points, fans can anticipate an intense and tactical showdown, though no outcome can be assured.

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SKA
36.9%		 Draw
21.8%		 CSKA
41.4%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:3

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2.5 4.25 2.2

Latest Results

16.02.26 SKA Saint Petersburg – Salavat Yulaev Ufa – 4:0
12.02.26 Barys Astana – SKA Saint Petersburg – 0:5
10.02.26 HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk – SKA Saint Petersburg – 1:5
05.02.26 Severstal Cherepovets – SKA Saint Petersburg – 1:3
03.02.26 HC Dinamo Minsk – SKA Saint Petersburg – 3:4 penalties		 17.02.26 HC Lada Togliatti – HC CSKA Moscow – 2:1
15.02.26 Shanghai Dragons – HC CSKA Moscow – 1:2 OT
12.02.26 HC Spartak Moscow – HC CSKA Moscow – 0:2
05.02.26 Shanghai Dragons – HC CSKA Moscow – 0:1
03.02.26 HC CSKA Moscow – HC Sochi – 3:1

Facts

  • Watch a clash between a mid-table side and a current leader (ranked 8 in the zone Promotion ~ KHL (Play Offs: 1/8~finals) and 4 in the zone Promotion ~ KHL (Play Offs: 1/8~finals)).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, SKA won 3.
  • SKA has been on a winning streak and is in great shape (last 5 games: 5 wins).
  • CSKA is in very good shape now (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).
  • SKA may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Recently, the opponents have had a series of away games.
  • In this match, both teams are almost equally likely to win.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, SKA won 13 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 61:50. (average 3.1:2.5).
  • Including home matches between the teams, SKA won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 37:27. (average 3.7:2.7).

    Latest Head To Head

    01.02.26 HC CSKA Moscow – SKA Saint Petersburg – 3:2 penalties
    24.11.25 HC CSKA Moscow – SKA Saint Petersburg – 1:4
    22.10.25 SKA Saint Petersburg – HC CSKA Moscow – 3:4
    04.03.25 HC CSKA Moscow – SKA Saint Petersburg – 2:3 OT
    03.01.25 SKA Saint Petersburg – HC CSKA Moscow – 6:3

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Lokomotiv Yaroslavl ✔ 58 29 9 5 15 152:112 81
    2 Cherepovets ✔ 57 27 8 4 18 170:151 74
    3 Dinamo Minsk ✔ 56 28 5 7 16 202:138 73
    4 CSKA Moscow 57 28 3 8 18 141:126 70
    5 Nizhny Novgorod 57 24 8 6 19 163:152 70
    6 Dynamo Moscow 56 21 10 4 21 151:143 66
    7 Spartak Moscow 55 24 5 6 20 165:163 64
    8 SKA St. Petersburg 55 22 7 6 20 158:144 64
    9 Shanghai 56 15 4 10 27 137:184 48
    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 55 22 6 4 23 141:141 60
    6 Niznekamsk 57 21 7 3 26 146:161 59
    7 Tractor Chelyabinsk 55 22 4 6 23 174:170 58
    8 Novosibirsk 57 12 13 5 27 139:173 55
    9 Khabarovsk 56 17 3 7 29 129:159 47
    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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