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As Finland prepares to face Italy in the Winter Olympic Games ice hockey event on February 14, 2026, they enter the match with strong momentum. Finland’s recent form shows a solid victory in their last match, highlighting their competitive edge and ability to perform under pressure. The team’s tactical prowess is evident, characterized by a robust defensive structure and a quick transition game that often leads to high-quality scoring chances.
Conversely, Italy has struggled in their recent outings, failing to secure a win in their last two matches. This lack of form raises concerns about their current tactical effectiveness, as they have struggled to maintain possession and generate offensive plays against stronger competition. While Italy possesses resilience and the capacity for surprise performances, they will need a significant turnaround to challenge the Finnish team.
Bookmakers have set Finland as overwhelming favorites, reflected in their odds of 1.02 compared to Italy’s 40.89. Despite this, anything can happen in ice hockey, and Italy’s determination may yield unexpected results. This matchup promises to be a compelling contest as Finland aims to capitalize on their home advantage while Italy strives for redemption.
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| Finland 92.3% |
Draw 5% |
Italy 2.7% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 4:1
Outrights of Winter Olympic Games – Ice Hockey Finland: 4.26% Italy: 0.14%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1.02 | 25 | 50 | |
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1.03 | 22 | 38 | |
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1.01 | 15 | 21 | |
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1.02 | 17.4 | 40.89 | |
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1.02 | 14 | 26 |
Latest Results
| 14.12.25 Switzerland hockey – Finland hockey – 3:4 OT 13.12.25 Finland hockey – Sweden hockey – 2:4 11.12.25 Czech Republic hockey – Finland hockey – 3:1 09.11.25 Finland hockey – Sweden hockey – 2:4 08.11.25 Finland hockey – Czech Republic hockey – 4:2 |
04.02.26 Italy hockey – Germany hockey – 3:4 14.12.25 France hockey – Italy hockey – 2:1 13.12.25 Italy hockey – Poland hockey – 2:4 12.12.25 Hungary hockey – Italy hockey – 1:2 08.11.25 Italy hockey – Slovenia hockey – 3:2 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 27.05.21 Finland hockey – Italy hockey – 3:0 |
Standings
Qualification
Group D
| Pl | W | WO | LO | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Slovakia | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12:5 | 9 |
| 2 | Kazakhstan | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 8:6 | 6 |
| 3 | Austria | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6:7 | 2 |
| 4 | Hungary | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 8:16 | 1 |
Group E
| Pl | W | WO | LO | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Latvia | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14:5 | 9 |
| 2 | France | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 14:8 | 6 |
| 3 | Slovenia | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 9:11 | 3 |
| 4 | Ukraine | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 5:18 | 0 |
Group F
| Pl | W | WO | LO | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Denmark | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 10:4 | 8 |
| 2 | Norway | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 11:8 | 6 |
| 3 | Great Britain | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 6:11 | 3 |
| 4 | Japan | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 6:10 | 1 |
Winter Olympic Games – Ice Hockey Outrights
1. USA W: 1.63 (26.31%)
2. Canada: 2.16 (19.84%)
3. Canada W: 2.3 (18.65%)
4. USA: 3.21 (13.35%)
5. Sweden: 7.1 (6.04%)
6. Finland: 10.07 (4.26%)
7. Czech Republic: 14.97 (2.87%)
8. Switzerland: 19.67 (2.18%)
9. Czech Republic W: 26 (1.65%)
10. Germany: 55.67 (0.77%)
11. Slovakia: 63.67 (0.67%)
12. Sweden W: 65 (0.66%)
13. Finland W: 65 (0.66%)
14. Switzerland W: 100 (0.43%)
15. Germany W: 100 (0.43%)
16. Italy W: 100 (0.43%)
17. Denmark: 150.33 (0.29%)
18. Latvia: 192 (0.22%)
19. France: 275.33 (0.16%)
20. Italy: 317 (0.14%)
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