Forecast for the KHL Clash: Severstal vs. Dynamo Minsk by Roman Gabdrakhikov

Blogger Roman Gabdrafikov has shared his predictions for the KHL match between «Severstal» and «Dynamo» Minsk.

**Betting Tip:** Victory for «Dynamo» in the match at odds of 1.81.

This season, «Severstal» and Dynamo Minsk have already faced each other four times, and their encounters are typically filled with pace and goals. A recent example occurred on January 8 in Cherepovets, where «Severstal» managed to secure a 4-3 win. Prior to that, they had victories of 4-2 and 5-2 against the Minsk team, with Dynamo’s only win being a 4-2 triumph back in September. This means that in head-to-head matches, Kozyrev’s team has the upper hand, yet these games have not been one-sided.

Currently, «Severstal» is on a lengthy home streak, having played five consecutive matches on their ice. In 2026, they saw a bit of everything—victories over «Lada» (4-2), a loss to «Spartak» (1-2), and a win against Dynamo Minsk (4-3), followed by an unforgettable 7-6 festival against «Torpedo,» and a recent setback with «Sibir» (2-3), where «Severstal» led 2-0 but ultimately walked away empty-handed. They are holding onto the top spot in the Western Conference (46 matches, 61 points), but with close rivals, any drop in form could impact their standings.

Dynamo Minsk is hot on their heels: 43 matches played, 59 points, and three games in hand. However, the start of 2026 has been shaky for them, as they experienced three consecutive losses in regulation time for the first time this season (including a 3-4 defeat in Cherepovets). Their victory over «Admiral» on January 12, where Moroz scored the decisive goal just 17 seconds before the final buzzer, was crucial for lifting team spirits. Additionally, a significant psychological boost came when Vadim Shipachyov reached the milestone of 1,000 points in the KHL. This historic achievement by one of Russia’s top centers should alleviate some pressure and provide the team with a robust emotional lift.

I anticipate an exciting game with open hockey. These teams are not about playing conservatively, and even when they are more cautious, gaps, scoring opportunities, and rapid shifts in momentum tend to emerge. «Severstal» is currently experiencing some fluctuations in results, while Minsk’s Dynamo appears poised to respond to their disappointing streak in January. Therefore, I’m inclined to believe in the visiting team,» Gabdrafikov’s thoughts are quoted by «Stavka TV.»