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As Germany prepares to face Latvia in the IIHF World Championship on May 17, 2026, hockey fans anticipate a tightly contested match. Both teams enter the showdown with impressive recent form, each winning 4 of their last 5 matches, showcasing their competitive edge in the tournament.
Germany will benefit from home-ice advantage, a factor that often plays a crucial role in international competitions. Their strong recent performances suggest a robust offense paired with a solid defensive strategy, allowing them to adapt their gameplay depending on the flow of the match. The home crowd’s support further enhances their motivation to secure a victory.
Latvia, on the other hand, has exhibited remarkable resilience, demonstrating an ability to perform under pressure. They have consistently showcased skilled puck movement and quick transitions, making them a formidable opponent capable of capitalizing on any defensive lapses.
The bookmakers reflect a slight edge for Germany at odds of 1.63, compared to Latvia’s 3.8, indicating the expectation of a competitive encounter. Our model gives Germany a 52.6% probability of winning, highlighting their likelihood of success while also acknowledging Latvia’s 25.5% chance. With both teams in excellent form, the outcome remains uncertain, promising an exciting clash on the ice.
This preview is generated with the Welcome.Bet AI Insights Engine, combining form data, betting odds, and semantic SEO optimization to deliver relevant match analysis for fans and bettors alike from 2026-05-14T19:52:02+00:00.
| Germany 57.8% |
Draw 20.2% |
Latvia 22% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2
Outrights of IIHF World Championship Germany: 1.86% Latvia: 0.77%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1.65 | 4.6 | 4.19 | |
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1.53 | 4.5 | 4.2 | |
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1.64 | 4.66 | 4.27 |
Latest Results
| 10.05.26 Germany hockey – USA hockey – 2:5 02.05.26 Germany hockey – Austria hockey – 5:2 30.04.26 Austria hockey – Germany hockey – 3:4 25.04.26 Germany hockey – Slovakia hockey – 3:1 23.04.26 Germany hockey – Slovakia hockey – 3:1 |
07.05.26 Latvia hockey – Norway hockey – 4:3 penalties 06.05.26 Latvia hockey – Norway hockey – 3:2 OT 03.05.26 Slovakia hockey – Latvia hockey – 5:2 02.05.26 Slovakia hockey – Latvia hockey – 1:5 23.04.26 Latvia hockey – Denmark hockey – 2:1 penalties |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 14.02.26 Germany hockey – Latvia hockey – 3:4 06.11.25 Germany hockey – Latvia hockey – 4:1 15.05.24 Germany hockey – Latvia hockey – 8:1 01.06.21 Germany hockey – Latvia hockey – 2:1 08.11.20 Germany hockey – Latvia hockey – 2:3 OT |
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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