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As Denmark prepares to host Sweden in the highly anticipated IIHF World Championship matchup on May 17, 2026, both teams arrive with commendable momentum. Denmark has clinched three victories in their last five outings, showcasing their competitive edge and ability to perform under pressure. Their recent form highlights a blend of strong defensive plays and opportunistic offense, making them a formidable opponent on home ice.
Conversely, Sweden, equally successful in their recent five matches, stands as a traditional powerhouse in international hockey. Their consistent form is characterized by skilled puck movement and a robust defensive strategy, which have allowed them to control the tempo of games effectively. Sweden’s tactical versatility might allow them to exploit any defensive lapses from the host.
Bookmakers currently favor Sweden with odds of 1.12, indicating confidence in their ability to secure a win, while Denmark’s odds sit at 13. Although Sweden has the upper hand in terms of historical performance and current betting lines, Denmark’s home advantage and recent successes cannot be discounted. This matchup promises to be closely contested, with both teams having the potential to emerge victorious.
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| Denmark 6.1% |
Draw 11% |
Sweden 82.9% |
Outrights of IIHF World Championship Sweden: 9.96% Denmark: 0.74%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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13 | 8 | 1.1 | |
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13 | 7.5 | 1.13 | |
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19.41 | 9.72 | 1.11 |
Latest Results
| 09.05.26 Slovakia hockey – Denmark hockey – 4:2 08.05.26 Slovakia hockey – Denmark hockey – 0:3 02.05.26 Denmark hockey – Hungary hockey – 7:4 30.04.26 Denmark hockey – Norway hockey – 3:1 24.04.26 Finland hockey – Denmark hockey – 10:5 |
10.05.26 Sweden hockey – Finland hockey – 1:5 09.05.26 Sweden hockey – Switzerland hockey – 3:0 07.05.26 Czech Republic hockey – Sweden hockey – 3:1 03.05.26 Sweden hockey – Finland hockey – 3:2 02.05.26 Czech Republic hockey – Sweden hockey – 2:4 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 25.05.25 Sweden hockey – Denmark hockey – 6:2 22.05.23 Denmark hockey – Sweden hockey – 1:4 13.04.23 Denmark hockey – Sweden hockey – 0:3 12.04.23 Denmark hockey – Sweden hockey – 2:4 21.04.22 Sweden hockey – Denmark hockey – 3:2 penalties |
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: 1.92 (43.49%)
2. Finland: 6.6 (12.62%)
3. Switzerland: 7.45 (11.18%)
4. Sweden: 8.37 (9.96%)
5. USA: 9.1 (9.15%)
6. Czech Republic: 12.67 (6.58%)
7. Germany: 44.83 (1.86%)
8. Slovakia: 52 (1.6%)
9. Latvia: 108.67 (0.77%)
10. Denmark: 112.83 (0.74%)
11. Austria: 133.67 (0.62%)
12. Norway: 158.67 (0.52%)
13. Slovenia: 317 (0.26%)
14. Italy: 358.67 (0.23%)
15. Great Britain: 400.33 (0.21%)
16. Hungary: 400.33 (0.21%)
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