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As the IIHF World Championship Division IB matchup approaches on May 5, 2026, Estonia will host China in what promises to be an intriguing contest. Estonia enters the game in formidable form, having secured victories in their last five matches. This run has showcased their tactical prowess, with a focus on disciplined defensive play and effective transitions leading to scoring opportunities.
Conversely, China has demonstrated resilience, winning three of their last four outings. Their recent performances highlight a notable improvement in offensive coordination, complemented by quick counterattacks. However, they will need to enhance their defensive reliability to contend with Estonia’s pressure game.
Bookmakers favor Estonia with odds of 1.29, reflecting their current momentum and home advantage. China’s odds stand at 7, indicating the challenges they face against a well-organized Estonian side.
As the teams prepare for this clash, nuances in strategy and execution will likely shape the outcome. While Estonia appears to be in the driver’s seat, China’s recent upward trend cannot be overlooked, setting the stage for a potentially competitive encounter.
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| Estonia 72.3% |
Draw 14.4% |
China 13.3% |
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1.29 | 6.5 | 7 |
Latest Results
| 03.05.26 Estonia hockey – Romania hockey – 3:1 02.05.26 South Korea hockey – Estonia hockey – 2:4 30.04.26 Estonia hockey – Netherlands hockey – 5:1 29.04.26 Spain hockey – Estonia hockey – 2:12 25.04.26 South Korea hockey – Estonia hockey – 4:5 |
03.05.26 China hockey – Spain hockey – 3:0 02.05.26 Netherlands hockey – China hockey – 3:6 30.04.26 Romania hockey – China hockey – 3:4 OT 29.04.26 China hockey – South Korea hockey – 4:7 23.11.25 China hockey – South Korea hockey – 0:3 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 02.05.25 Estonia hockey – China hockey – 5:0 03.05.24 China hockey – Estonia hockey – 1:3 29.04.23 Estonia hockey – China hockey – 2:5 |
Standings
2025
| Pl | W | WO | LO | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Lithuania | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 14:3 | 14 |
| 2 | South Korea | 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 21:11 | 12 |
| 3 | Estonia | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 19:9 | 9 |
| 4 | China | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 9:14 | 5 |
| 5 | Spain | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 9:25 | 3 |
| 6 | Croatia | 5 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 9:19 | 2 |
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