Last away game: Barys Astana announce full squad against Sibir in Novosibirsk By Beatriz
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Barys Astana announced the call-up of players for the clash against Sibir Novosibirsk, scheduled for this Friday (20) at Sibir Arena, in Novosibirsk. The team led by coach Mikhail Kravets sees the match as the last away game in the 2025/2026 KHL regular season. The game starts at 3:30 pm local time in Novosibirsk (MSK+4), equivalent to 5:30 pm in Astana time.
The team travels with three goalkeepers available for the decisive duel in the final stretch of the competition. Barys looks for important points in the Conferência Leste table, where the position directly influences the chances of classification or final positioning.
The defense has experienced names and young promises mixed together. The list includes defenders like Adil Beketaev, Dmitry Breus and Samat Daniyar, as well as foreigners like Ian McCoshen, Jake Massey, Beybarys Orazov and Riley Walsh. Essa composition reflects the strategy of balancing defensive solidity with offensive contributions coming from the blue zone.
In attack, the group presents a variety of nationalities and playing styles. Jogadores as well as Alikhan Asetov, Michael Vecchione, Dinmukhamed Kaiyrzhan and Vsevolod Logvin lead the options, accompanied by Kirill Lyapunov, Mason Morelli,
Full squad announced by the club
Barys Astana confirmed the names that will travel to the clash in Novosibirsk. The official list was published on the club’s official networks.
The selected goalkeepers are Nikita Boyarkin, Adam Shiel and Andrey Shutov. Essa triad offers varied options in terms of experience and technical characteristics.
The defense brings together seven athletes ready to play. The presence of local and imported players aims to reinforce the tactical structure requested by Mikhail Kravets.
The attack brings together 11 names, highlighting the depth of the squad for the away game.
Position in the table and importance of the game
Barys Astana occupies an intermediate position in the KHL’s Conferência Leste in this final stretch of the regular season. The team has points in recent games, but faces difficulties against direct opponents.
The confrontation with Sibir Novosibirsk represents an opportunity to add crucial points. Sibir plays at home and seeks to consolidate a better position for the playoffs.
The match takes place at a sensitive time in the calendar. Barys ends its sequence of away games with this duel before returning to Astana.
Expected tactical strategy
Mikhail Kravets should prioritize defensive compaction in the game in Novosibirsk. The coach usually adjusts formations depending on the opponent and the context of the match.
The presence of goalkeepers like Nikita Boyarkin suggests confidence in consistent performances between the posts. Boyarkin has been a frequent option in decisive games.
Forwards like Tice Thompson and Max Willman can gain space in power play situations. Sua ability in reduced spaces helps with quick transitions.
Players highlighted in the squad
Some names attract attention due to their regularity or potential for contribution. Riley Walsh reinforces the defense with international experience.
In attack, Kirill Panyukov and Kirill Savitsky bring speed and finishing. Alikhan Asetov represents the local base and knows the club’s style well.
Mason Morelli and Michael Vecchione add physical strength and presence in the box. Essa combination can complicate the opponent’s defense.
Barys Astana enters the court with a full squad for the last away game. The expectation is for a competitive performance in search of points in the table.
Clash details
The game takes place at Sibir Arena, home of Sibir Novosibirsk. The arena has capacity for a large local audience.
Local time favors the home team in terms of adaptation. Barys travels in advance to minimize displacement effects.
Refereeing follows KHL standards for regular matches. The duel is part of the league’s matchday schedule.
Barys Astana thus ends its visiting schedule in the KHL regular season. The focus now turns to performance in this decisive clash.
