Home series results in defeat for Habarov's "Amur" against Siberia
The Khabarovsk hockey club, Amur, faced off against Sibir in a highly anticipated match on September 18, 2021, at the SZK "Platinum Arena". The head coach for Amur was Yuri Fimin.
The match began with a fierce battle, with both teams demonstrating their skills and determination. Amur took the lead twice during the game, but could not hold onto it. Sibir, however, managed to take the lead only once, at the 56th minute, thanks to a goal scored by Scott Wilson.
The match ended in a 3-3 draw, sending it into overtime. The additional period ended without a result, setting the stage for a dramatic shootout.
The shootout was a nail-biting affair for fans, with Ignat Korotkikh tying the match for Amur at the 57th minute. However, Vladislav Kara and Arkhip Nikolenko scored for Sibir, while Oleg Li and Alexander Gallyuchenko could not secure a win for Amur.
As a result, Sibir emerged victorious with a score of 3:4.
The Khabarovsk Krai Today news agency reported on the match, which marked the second encounter between the two teams in the current season. Amur will have a chance to redeem themselves, as they will face Sibir again on home ice on September 18, starting at 19:15.
As of the current KHL season, Amur has six points after five games, while Sibir has four points after the same number of games. The match will undoubtedly be a crucial one for both teams as they strive for a higher position in the league standings.
