Game #1 between «Neftekhimik» and «SKA» (1:2)
04.09.2020
First game between «Neftekhimik» and SKA - 1:2.
For a number of reasons, our team had interesting roster. For the first time in the history of «Neftekhimik» in the KHL, «Neftekhimik» began its season with 16 pupils of its system in the roster. Eight players made their debut in the KHL. Our team was struggling until the very end of the game.
In the first period, «SKA» had a huge advantage and scored a goal. From the beginning of the second period, our team had chances to tie the game. We had 3 power play opportunities, but the rival scored a power play goal at the last minute of the game.
The final 20 minutes of the game «Neftekhimik» put «SKA» under pressure by forecheck and physical play. Alexander Kucheryavenko scored the first puck of our team. During last minutes of the 3rd period we had really good chances to tie the game and play in the OT. Unfortunately, we lost.
Next home game:
DATE OPPONENT TIME
09.06.2020 vs «Vityaz» ⏰ 2:30 p.m.
We are waiting for all fans of hockey! You can buy tickets and season tickets for the games at the box office of «Neftekhim Arena» or online here.