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As Canada prepares to face the USA in the upcoming IIHF World Championship showdown on May 28, 2026, hockey fans anticipate a thrilling encounter at Canada’s home ice. Both teams bring distinct strengths to the rink, with Canada currently enjoying an impressive run, winning all five of their recent matches. Their strong offensive capabilities and solid defensive structures have put them in a formidable position leading into this clash.
In contrast, the USA has had a slightly less consistent form, securing three victories in their last five contests. Despite recent challenges, the USA possesses a dynamic roster capable of quick counterattacks and creative plays, which could prove pivotal against the Canadians.
Bookmakers have positioned Canada as the clear favorites with odds of 1.4 for a home win, while the USA stands at 5.75 for an away victory. The analytical model predicts a 63.3% chance of a Canadian win, along with an equal likelihood of a draw or USA win at 17.4% each. With a predicted final score of 3:2, fans can expect a tightly contested match that could swing in either direction, emphasizing the unpredictability and excitement of international hockey.
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| Canada 67.3% |
Draw 16.4% |
USA 16.4% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2
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Latest Results
| 26.05.26 Czech Republic hockey – Canada hockey – 2:3 24.05.26 Slovakia hockey – Canada hockey – 1:5 22.05.26 Canada hockey – Slovenia hockey – 3:1 21.05.26 Canada hockey – Norway hockey – 6:5 OT 18.05.26 Canada hockey – Denmark hockey – 5:1 |
26.05.26 USA hockey – Austria hockey – 4:1 25.05.26 USA hockey – Hungary hockey – 7:3 23.05.26 Latvia hockey – USA hockey – 4:2 20.05.26 USA hockey – Germany hockey – 4:3 penalties 18.05.26 Finland hockey – USA hockey – 6:2 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 22.02.26 Canada hockey – USA hockey – 1:2 OT 20.02.25 USA hockey – Canada hockey – 2:3 OT 15.02.25 Canada hockey – USA hockey – 1:3 11.05.22 USA hockey – Canada hockey – 3:4 penalties 11.02.22 Canada hockey – USA hockey – 2:4 |
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 |
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