According to the previous game, Lokomotiv showed a high level of play and easily defeated Traktor with a score of 5:1. The team from Yaroslavl is in excellent form, with a five-game winning streak. It is also worth noting that Traktor had a long rest after playing against Dynamo and may have lost their momentum. Taking these factors into account, as well as Traktor's goalkeeper injury, Lokomotiv is more likely to continue their winning streak and win the second game.
In the second KHL semi-final match between Lokomotiv and Traktor, a more cautious game is expected after the high-scoring opening match. The teams will focus on defense given the importance of the game. Lokomotiv has the advantage in the series, but Traktor must play with concentration to level the score. The match is likely to end with a minimal number of goals, and the total under 4.5 seems like a reasonable choice. A tough battle is expected, and betting on a low-scoring result could be profitable at this stage of the playoffs.
The prediction for the match between Traktor and Lokomotiv is over 5 goals. Both teams showed a high attacking game in the previous meeting, scoring a total of 7 goals. Traktor should show more pressure in the second game, despite being on the road. Lokomotiv also showed their potential in attack, scoring many goals in the previous match. I expect both teams to continue their offensive game, leading to a high number of goals. I believe there will be many goals in this match.
Given the injured goalie for Traktor, their chances of winning are diminished. They will need to strengthen their attacking game but may still face challenges in defense. I believe Lokomotiv has a slight advantage in this situation and is likely to win with a score of 4-3. Traktor's increased aggression may lead to a high-scoring game, making it entertaining for the spectators.
In the first match, the railway team started the game poorly by conceding first, but managed to turn it around and win with a score of 5:2. This demonstrates a high attacking efficiency and good reaction to difficult situations by the team. Considering such a convincing victory in the first match, I lean towards the belief that they will be able to maintain a high level of play in the second match. I suggest betting on the home team to win with a -1.5 handicap. Despite the fact that the opponent may try to correct their mistakes, the quality of play and morale of the railway team after their victory should help them win in the second match.
In the second game of the Gagarin Cup semi-finals between Lokomotiv and Traktor in Yaroslavl, the latter showed aggressive play and scoring ability. Traktor players gained experience in the previous playoff rounds and have a high level of goal conversion. Lokomotiv won the first game 5:2, but a stronger resistance can be expected from Traktor in the second game. With uncertainty in goalkeeping for the visitors, Traktor needs to focus on their attack and capitalize on their scoring opportunities, as they have the potential to score more than one goal.
The Traktor will play against Lokomotiv, and after losing the first match, the team will want to show a more aggressive game. The injury to the main goalkeeper may affect Chelyabinsk's defense, forcing them to push forward and look for chances at the opponent's goal. The main focus for Traktor will be on the attack, and there is a chance to score a few goals. Taking this into account, I predict that Traktor will score more than two goals in regulation time, which could be key to success in this match.