Lokomotiv Yaroslavl - Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk predictions and free betting tips [16/01/2024]

On Tuesday, "Lokomotiv" and "Neftekhimik" will meet at the "Arena-2000". There's a high likelihood the hosts will come out as season champions, hence, promising an incredibly exciting and gripping match. Let's delve into the game and highlight potential betting opportunities.

"Lokomotiv"

The team has had an excellent season so far, albeit they have stumbled a few times in recent matches. Following a shaky victory away against SKA (2:1), the team claimed a second consecutive away win against "Traktor" (3:1). Their next game, however, ended in a defeat to "Metallurg Magnitogorsk" (3:5). Yet, in a shootout series, they managed to beat "Lada" (3:2). Unfortunately, they were defeated in their latest match on home ground by "Vityaz" (1:2).

"Neftekhimik"

The team celebrated a victory over "Metallurg Magnitogorsk" (2:1) in the 48th match of the season. In the subsequent match, they again emerged victorious, defeating "Vityaz" (4:2). Unfortunately, they then suffered a loss against "Traktor" (3:5). Notwithstanding this setback, they then achieved a successful victory over "Salavat Yulaev" (2:0). In their most recent match, however, they lost by a narrow margin to "Ak Bars". Their offence has noticeably improved recently, despite some ongoing issues in defence.

Head-to-head

In the last five encounters between the two teams, "Lokomotiv" has claimed victory four times. Moreover, in their last three matches, they've scored at least four goals against their opponents.

Prediction

It's tough to predict the outcome given that "Lokomotiv" is currently facing a rough patch. Their recent home performance has been rather abysmal, scoring no more than two goals in three out of their last four matches. Meanwhile, "Neftekhimik" is endeavoring to earn points for a playoff spot. Despite facing formidable opponents in recent matches, they have managed victories over "Salavat" and "Traktor". Taking all these facts into consideration, one might risk a plus handicap bet for the guests (1.5).

Total Score Prediction

Whereas one team is currently scoring high, the other is not quite so prolific. Nevertheless, the guests' defence has some issues and so the "Loko" should have no problem netting a few goals. So, a TO (total over) more than (4.5) goal might be a good bet.