"Barys acknowledged their inability to compete in Russia, stating they simply don't measure up to the KHL's standards."

"Ten days ago, 'Magnitka' comfortably secured a 3:1 victory in Astana. Playing at home against 'Barys' will be even easier; the Razin team is not only expected to win but also to score at least 5-6 goals. The total goals scored is the only suspense in this match, and I would recommend betting on a high-scoring game. The visitors have no chance of creating any intrigue in this matchup. With 20 losses in their last 21 games, one win in January, and none in February, they typically concede 4-5 goals per game. The Kazakh team simply does not meet the KHL standards and looks helpless even against such underdogs as 'Amur' or 'Sochi.' The stars of 'Metallurg,' who have struggled lately, will have the perfect opportunity to shine in attack and regain their confidence," said Plyuschev.

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The former head coach of the Russian national team, honored coach of Russia Vladimir Plyushchev, made a prediction for the match KHL “Metallurg” Magnitogorsk – “Barys” exclusively for VseProSport.ru, as reported by Sports.kz.

“Ten days ago, ‘Magnitka’ comfortably won in Astana 3:1. At home against ‘Barys’, it will be even easier; Razin's team will not only win but also score at least 5-6 goals. The total is the only intrigue of this match, and I would recommend betting on a high number of goals. The guests have no chance of creating excitement in this encounter. With 20 losses in their last 21 matches, one win in January, and none in February, they typically concede 4-5 goals per game. The Kazakh team simply does not match the level of the KHL and even looks helpless against such outsiders as ‘Amur’ or ‘Sochi’. Those stars of ‘Metallurg’ who have been struggling lately will have a perfect day to shine in attack and regain confidence in their abilities,” said Plyushchev.