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In the first game of the series between Omsk's Avangard and Yaroslavl's Lokomotiv, Lokomotiv showed its strength, however, Avangard has a strong home record of wins. The Omsk team must respond to the defeat and continue to fight for a spot in the semi-finals. Coach Kravtsev's team needs to correct mistakes and show their best qualities. Therefore, a bet on Avangard to win in regular time looks reasonable and promising.
In the KHL match between Avangard and Lokomotiv, it is worth giving preference to the guests. In the first game, Lokomotiv showed a confident game and won. The team looked more powerful and stable. Moreover, Lokomotiv is doing well in defense. Avangard is missing some key players, which can also affect the result. Therefore, I believe that the victory will be for Lokomotiv in this match.
According to the current dynamics of the game and team statistics, it is likely that in this match the "Railwaymen" will continue to "dry out" the game, leading to a cautious style and a low score. The previous match ended 1-1, indicating a lack of goals. Considering the playoff atmosphere and the importance of the game, teams may try to minimize risks, which could also lead to a limited number of goals. Therefore, I predict that this time we will see a low score, possibly less than 4.5 goals in the match.
Today Avangard Omsk is facing Lokomotiv Yaroslavl. The first match ended in a 1-1 tie after two overtimes. Despite the low score, the game was intense and evenly matched. The odds for the total goals being over 4.5 in today's game are very attractive, considering the statistics of the teams and their previous encounters. Avangard will need to increase the pace of the game to equalize the series. Lokomotiv has no injured players, giving them an advantage. A second consecutive low-scoring game is unlikely, and I believe today's game will be more high-scoring. Therefore, a bet on the total goals over 4.5 seems reasonable and promising.
Avangard in the second match of the Gagarin Cup needs to show its strength and respond to the defeat in the first game. The hosts will display a more aggressive game, not give up, and will persistently attack Lokomotiv's goal. Support from the fans will also be important. The coaching staff of Avangard will draw the right conclusions from the previous match and tune the team to win. Lokomotiv, having won the first game, may not be as lively as last time. The meeting will end with Avangard's victory in regular time.
In the second game of the series, Omsk Avangard will host Yaroslavl Lokomotiv. In the first match, both teams played well, but Lokomotiv was slightly luckier. Avangard cannot afford to lose both home games, so they will be under great pressure. The Omsk team must play their true hockey, and Lokomotiv's defense can be penetrated with counterattacks. I expect that Avangard will be able to even the series by showing their best game and winning this match.