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On March 8, 2026, Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod is set to host HC Sochi in what promises to be an intriguing KHL matchup. Playing on home ice, Torpedo has shown some positive momentum, winning two of their last five matches, which highlights their ability to find a way to secure points despite occasional setbacks. Their offensive capabilities have been on display recently, suggesting that their scoring will be crucial against a struggling Sochi team.
In contrast, HC Sochi has struggled, managing just one victory in their last five outings. This has put them under pressure, and they will need to find a way to tighten their defensive structure and enhance their scoring efficiency to compete effectively. Historically, Sochi’s form has shown vulnerability, which could be exploited by a confident Torpedo side riding the advantages of home support.
Bookmakers indicate a clear lean towards a Torpedo victory with odds of 1.38 for a home win compared to 7.75 for an away win. Our model suggests a 67.1% probability of a home win, with a predicted final score of 4:1. However, while Torpedo appears favored, every KHL match carries its uncertainties, making unexpected outcomes possible. Bettors should weigh recent performance against the prevailing odds with care.
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| Torpedo NN 65.6% |
Draw 18.3% |
Sochi 16.1% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 4:1
Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.48 | 5.3 | 6.01 |
Latest Results
| 04.03.26 Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod – Traktor Chelyabinsk – 0:5 01.03.26 HC Sochi – Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod – 5:1 27.02.26 Severstal Cherepovets – Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod – 1:2 23.02.26 Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod – HC Dinamo Minsk – 3:4 21.02.26 Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod – Ak Bars Kazan – 3:2 penalties |
04.03.26 HC Sochi – Lokomotiv Yaroslavl – 2:3 01.03.26 HC Sochi – Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod – 5:1 27.02.26 HC Sochi – HC Dinamo Minsk – 2:3 25.02.26 HC Sochi – HC Dinamo Minsk – 2:7 19.02.26 HC Dynamo Moscow – HC Sochi – 4:0 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 01.03.26 HC Sochi – Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod – 5:1 23.12.25 Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod – HC Sochi – 4:1 12.11.25 Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod – HC Sochi – 5:3 22.10.25 HC Sochi – Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod – 1:3 16.09.25 HC Sochi – Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod – 0:3 |
Standings
Main
Western Conference
| Pl | W | WO | LO | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Lokomotiv Yaroslavl ✔ | 63 | 32 | 11 | 5 | 15 | 171:123 | 91 |
| 2 | Dinamo Minsk ✔ | 62 | 32 | 5 | 8 | 17 | 226:154 | 82 |
| 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 | Dynamo Moscow ✔ | 61 | 24 | 10 | 4 | 23 | 164:152 | 72 |
| 7 | SKA St. Petersburg ✔ | 61 | 25 | 7 | 7 | 22 | 177:158 | 71 |
| 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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