Bet on Ak Bars Kazan vs Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk on Ice Hockey

Ak Bars Kazan are expected to be slight favorites over Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk with recent market odds typically around 1.60–1.70 on Ak Bars and 2.20–2.40 on Neftekhimik, reflecting Ak Bars’ stronger overall KHL roster and deeper scoring lines; always recheck lines closer to faceoff as they can shift on game day with DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.

The match between Ak Bars Kazan and Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk is scheduled to start at 4:30 PM local time on January 13, 2026 in Russia, which corresponds approximately to 1:30 PM Central European Time and 12:30 PM Greenwich Mean Time, though exact converted times may vary slightly depending on your region.

The game will be played in Kazan, Russia at the Tatneft Arena, a modern indoor ice hockey venue with a capacity of around 8,000–9,000 spectators, known for its tight ice surface, strong home crowd atmosphere, and top-tier facilities for KHL standards.

Based on recent KHL form where Ak Bars usually sit higher in the Eastern Conference standings and boast a better goal differential, a logical prediction is Ak Bars Kazan to win in regulation at approximate odds near 1.90–2.05, while Neftekhimik’s upset win in regular time might be priced in the 3.20–3.60 range, signaling bookmakers’ confidence in the home side.

In recent KHL seasons Ak Bars Kazan have generally held the upper hand in head-to-head meetings with Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk, often winning the majority of games by narrow margins, and the typical scoring pattern in these matchups has hovered around a combined 4–6 goals, suggesting competitive but slightly Ak Bars–favored encounters.