January 18th, 14:00, Kyiv, Arena Chalette. Broadcast: YouTube Setanta Sports
After the break, Vadym Shakhraichuk’s players are gearing up to return to the game. Our team last convened on December 29. So this year Capitals focusing on intensive training process.
Meanwhile, Ihor Arkhypenko’s squad has competed in two recent matches, both resulting in defeats against Dnipro.
As the two teams prepare to face off, both are grappling with player absences. Danylo Makarenko, currently participating in the Universiade, will be unavailable for Kryzhynka, while Andrii Kryvonozhkin will be absent for Kyiv Capitals for the same reason.
Additionally, Nazar Boiko, the standout goalkeeper who secured a shutout in the previous match against their upcoming opponent, will also be sidelined for today’s game. Notably, our team’s goalkeeper recently clinched the World Championship title in Division 1B alongside the Ukrainian national team (U-20).
In head-to-head matchups, Capitals have emerged victorious in three of them, positioning themselves as the current frontrunners in the standings. Nevertheless, they must maintain their momentum in upcoming matches to solidify their standing. As we await the commencement of the 2025 season, anticipation grows for the team’s continued success.