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As Finland prepares to face Hungary in the IIHF World Championship on May 16, 2026, the matchup presents a stark contrast in recent performances. Finland comes into the game with a modest record, having secured 2 wins in their last 5 outings. Despite this, they remain a formidable opponent with a well-structured team known for their strong defensive play and disciplined approach, which has historically allowed them to maintain control of the game tempo.
In contrast, Hungary has struggled significantly, failing to win any of their last 5 matches. This lack of success can be attributed to defensive vulnerabilities and inconsistent offensive output. Finland’s tactical strengths, including their ability to capitalize on power plays and maintain possession, will be crucial in exploiting these weaknesses.
The bookmakers reflect this disparity, offering odds of 1.01 for a Finnish victory compared to a staggering 52.8 for Hungary, underscoring the expectation of a one-sided affair. However, in tournament play, Hungary could seize any opportunity for an upset. Given Finland’s home advantage and superior current form, they are favored to secure the win, but Budapest can never be ruled out in the unpredictable world of international hockey.
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| Finland 93.5% |
Draw 4.4% |
Hungary 2.2% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 6:0
Outrights of IIHF World Championship Finland: 13.39% Hungary: 0.2%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1.04 | 18 | 35 | |
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1.01 | 29 | 60 | |
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1.01 | 21.59 | 52.8 |
Latest Results
| 09.05.26 Finland hockey – Czech Republic hockey – 3:2 07.05.26 Switzerland hockey – Finland hockey – 5:4 penalties 03.05.26 Sweden hockey – Finland hockey – 3:2 02.05.26 Switzerland hockey – Finland hockey – 3:5 30.04.26 Finland hockey – Czech Republic hockey – 2:3 |
07.05.26 Slovenia hockey – Hungary hockey – 3:2 02.05.26 Denmark hockey – Hungary hockey – 7:4 01.05.26 Norway hockey – Hungary hockey – 2:1 25.04.26 Hungary hockey – Japan hockey – 2:4 24.04.26 Switzerland hockey – Hungary hockey – 6:1 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 19.05.23 Hungary hockey – Finland hockey – 1:7 07.04.17 Hungary hockey – Finland hockey – 1:6 11.05.16 Finland hockey – Hungary hockey – 3:0 |
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: 2.39 (34.12%)
2. Switzerland: 6 (13.58%)
3. Finland: 6.08 (13.39%)
4. Sweden: 6.58 (12.38%)
5. USA: 7.08 (11.5%)
6. Czech Republic: 11.17 (7.3%)
7. Slovakia: 37.67 (2.16%)
8. Germany: 39.17 (2.08%)
9. Latvia: 108.67 (0.75%)
10. Denmark: 112.83 (0.72%)
11. Austria: 133.67 (0.61%)
12. Norway: 158.67 (0.51%)
13. Slovenia: 317 (0.26%)
14. Italy: 358.67 (0.23%)
15. Great Britain: 400.33 (0.2%)
16. Hungary: 400.33 (0.2%)
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