Gilles Boucher Reveals How Many Hours Avangard Coaches Spent Analyzing Metallurg Before Playoff Clash

The head coach of Avangard, **Guy Boucher**, shared how much time the coaching staff has dedicated to analyzing Metallurg, their opponent in the first round of the KHL playoffs.

«It’s important to recognize that every team throughout the regular season competes not just against us but also against other rivals, so it’s crucial to review all the games. For example, yesterday we spent 12 hours as a coaching staff focusing on Metallurg, but that’s something all teams do! We shouldn’t become overly fixated on our opponent’s tactics, yet we must understand their strengths and weaknesses. This will help us exploit their vulnerabilities and protect ourselves from their threats. It’s essential to communicate to our players how they should perform, avoiding getting too caught up in the opponent’s style while maintaining our focus on our own game,» Boucher’s thoughts were conveyed by Championship correspondent Lev Lukin.