Alexei Kudashov speaks before playing Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk

- Neftekhimik made a comeback from 0:2 down in Saint Petersburg.

- We have to correct those mistakes and not repeat them. However, at this moment in time, Neftekhimik have different goals and their players need to prove their worth ahead of the next KHL season. For our part, we're preparing for the playoffs, and we have to be ready for this match.

- The opponents have lost their last two consecutive matches.

- They don't want to lose in front of their own fans and they'll compete with extra energy. I think that we will be ready.

- People were watching SKA train today.

- This is the 21st century, each club has a big analytical team, and all secrets are known in terms of training.

- Nikolai Prokhorkin and Alexander Dergachyov have returned.

- The match will show how they are feeling. Their preparation was a bit broken up.

- David Rundblad is back from injury. Is there a choice between David and Andrei Zubarev for this match?

- We will play with seven defensemen in this match.

- Who will be the starting goalkeeper?

- Igor Shestyorkin.