Chelyabinsk 93, at Metallurg 79

MAGNITOGORSK (Interstat) — Metallurg (0-0) will host Chelyabinsk (0-0) on Sunday in a matchup of teams opening the season with identical records. The game will be the first of the campaign for both sides, and each will look to establish early momentum in a crowded schedule. Chelyabinsk enters as the visiting team after a preseason focused on building continuity. The club will be tested on the road against a Metallurg squad that has prepared for a strong home start. Chelyabinsk’s next stretch includes a trip to Izhevsk, a visit to Tambov, home games against Novosibirsk and Barnaul, and later road… Read more...