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The upcoming IIHF World Championship clash between Austria and Switzerland promises to be an intriguing matchup, set for May 20, 2026, in Austria. As the home team, Austria enters the contest with a somewhat mixed recent form, securing 2 wins in their last 5 outings. Despite the challenges they face, their home-ice advantage could play a crucial role in boosting team morale and performance.
On the other hand, Switzerland comes into the game in impressive shape, having won 4 of their last 5 matches. Their current form highlights a well-structured defense and a potent offense, making them a formidable opponent. The Swiss team’s ability to maintain puck possession and create scoring opportunities will be critical as they aim to exert pressure on the Austrian side.
Bookmakers favor Switzerland significantly, with odds at 1.11 for the away team, compared to 15 for Austria. While the expectations lean heavily in favor of the visiting team, Austria’s resilience on home ice cannot be overlooked. Fans can anticipate a contest filled with tactical maneuvering and competitive spirit, where any outcome remains a possibility, underlining the unpredictability of hockey at this elite level.
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| Austria 6.4% |
Draw 7.4% |
Switzerland 86.3% |
Outrights of IIHF World Championship Switzerland: 10.48% Austria: 0.65%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
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15 | 13 | 1.11 |
Latest Results
| 16.05.26 Great Britain hockey – Austria hockey – 2:5 09.05.26 Austria hockey – Slovenia hockey – 4:1 02.05.26 Germany hockey – Austria hockey – 5:2 30.04.26 Austria hockey – Germany hockey – 3:4 24.04.26 Czech Republic hockey – Austria hockey – 4:0 |
16.05.26 Switzerland hockey – Latvia hockey – 4:2 15.05.26 USA hockey – Switzerland hockey – 1:3 10.05.26 Switzerland hockey – Czech Republic hockey – 6:1 09.05.26 Sweden hockey – Switzerland hockey – 3:0 07.05.26 Switzerland hockey – Finland hockey – 5:4 penalties |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 22.05.25 Switzerland hockey – Austria hockey – 6:0 12.05.24 Austria hockey – Switzerland hockey – 5:6 14.05.19 Switzerland hockey – Austria hockey – 4:0 13.12.18 Switzerland hockey – Austria hockey – 3:1 05.05.18 Switzerland hockey – Austria hockey – 3:2 OT |
Standings
Draw
Play Offs
Quarter-finals
| 1 | Switzerland (B1) | Austria (A4) | 6 : 0 |
| 2 | Canada (A1) | Denmark (B4) | 1 : 2 |
| 3 | Sweden (A2) | Czech Republic (B3) | 5 : 2 |
| 4 | USA (B2) | Finland (A3) | 5 : 2 |
Semi-finals
| 1 | Switzerland (B1) | Denmark (B4) | 7 : 0 |
| 2 | Sweden (A2) | USA (B2) | 2 : 6 |
Final
| 1 | Switzerland (B1) | USA (B2) | 0 : 1 |
3rd place
| 2 | Sweden (A2) | Denmark (B4) | 6 : 2 |
IIHF World Championship Outrights
1. Canada: 1.67 (46.45%)
2. Finland: 5.9 (13.15%)
3. Switzerland: 7.4 (10.48%)
4. Sweden: 8.4 (9.23%)
5. USA: 9.6 (8.08%)
6. Czech Republic: 13 (5.97%)
7. Germany: 47 (1.65%)
8. Slovakia: 54.2 (1.43%)
9. Denmark: 110.2 (0.7%)
10. Latvia: 110.2 (0.7%)
11. Austria: 120.2 (0.65%)
12. Norway: 140.2 (0.55%)
13. Slovenia: 230.2 (0.34%)
14. Great Britain: 380.2 (0.2%)
15. Hungary: 380.2 (0.2%)
16. Italy: 380.2 (0.2%)
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