Publication date: 16 Aug 2024
Fonbet KHL Championship is one of the most important events in the world of ice hockey. It attracts the attention of not only Russian fans, but also fans from all over the world. The Kontinental Hockey League unites the best teams of Eurasia. The spectators are offered spectacular matches full of emotions and unpredictable turns. Every year the teams compete for the Gagarin Cup, the main trophy of the tournament. It has become a symbol of supremacy in European ice hockey.
Fonbet KHL Championship in the 2024-25 season
The 2024/25 season promises to be one of the most interesting and eventful in the history of the tournament. Over 20 teams will compete for the Gagarin Cup, including traditional favorites as well as new and ambitious teams. This season will be special as the KHL continues to expand its geographical presence. Therefore, more and more spectators and partners will be attracted to the tournament. Special attention will be paid to matches with new teams. Besides, there will be derbies between old rivals, which always attract great interest.
The season will begin with the traditional Opening Cup match between the winner of the 2024 Gagarin Cup and the playoff finalist. During the regular season the teams will play more than 60 matches. After that, the top 16 teams will advance to the playoffs, where the battle for the Gagarin Cup will reach its climax.
History of the competition
The Kontinental Hockey League was founded in 2008 as the successor to the Russian Super League. Since its inception, the KHL has strived to become the best hockey league outside of North America. The league quickly gained recognition due to the high level of the teams, the participation of many famous hockey players and active international cooperation. The early years of the KHL were marked by the dominance of Russian clubs such as Ak Bars and SKA. Over the years, strong new teams from Belarus, Kazakhstan, China and Finland have joined the league. Thus, the tournament has become truly international. The Gagarin Cup has become a symbol of continuous struggle for leadership and constant striving for excellence.
Championship results for the last 3 years
| Year | Venue | Winning team |
| 2023-24 | Russia | HC Metallurg (Magnitogorsk) (3rd title) |
| 2022-23 | Russia | CSKA (3rd title) |
| 2021-22 | Russia | CSKA (2nd title) |
Fonbet KHL Championship for the 2025-26 season
In the new season, the KHL Championship will continue to delight fans with colorful matches and new hockey stars. With each new season the tournament becomes more and more exciting. The tournament attracts not only traditional hockey fans, but also new viewers.
Currently, the dates of the Fonbet KHL Championship in the 2025-26 season are being finalized.
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