In the match between Metallurg Magnitogorsk and Neftekhimik Razin, it is necessary to urgently change the course of events after a series of defeats. Metallurg has already lost to Neftekhimik twice this season, but the home arena could be their advantage. The absence of key players in Metallurg's attack makes the forecast difficult, but the possibility of injured and rested players returning gives hope for a positive result. Prediction: victory for Metallurg Magnitogorsk on their home ice.
"Metallurg Magnitogorsk has a good chance of winning the home game. The team is the current champion, and despite a recent string of losses, key attacking players are returning. The match is taking place on their home turf, which should give them an extra motivation to win. The opponent is also in unstable form, providing additional opportunities for Magnitogorsk. Therefore, the likelihood of Metallurg Magnitogorsk winning this match in regulation time is high."