Great Britain vs Latvia predictions, May 24, 2026

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As the IIHF World Championship approaches, Great Britain prepares to host Latvia in what promises to be an intriguing matchup on May 24, 2026. Recent form indicates a mixed bag for Great Britain, having secured victory in only 2 of their last 5 matches, suggesting struggles in consistency. Conversely, Latvia is showing stronger momentum with 3 wins from their last 5 outings, highlighting their effective gameplay and tactical cohesion.

Bookmakers have assigned odds of 6 for a home victory for Great Britain, making them the underdogs in this encounter, whereas Latvia is favored with odds of 1.45 for an away win. The model prediction reflects this trend, forecasting a mere 16.8% chance of a home win and a significant 63% probability for an away victory.

Both teams will likely focus on leveraging their respective strengths; Great Britain’s hope will be to capitalize on home advantage, while Latvia’s recent form suggests they will be aiming to maintain their winning streak. As the match approaches, tactical adjustments and execution will be crucial, making this a compelling contest where both sides must come prepared. While Latvia holds the upper hand on paper, the unpredictability of hockey leaves room for any outcome.

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Great Britain 16%

Draw 17.9%

Latvia 66.1%

Outrights of IIHF World Championship Latvia: 0.78% Great Britain: 0.16%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	6	5.35	1.45

Latest Results

17.05.26 Great Britain hockey – USA hockey – 1:5 16.05.26 Great Britain hockey – Austria hockey – 2:5 12.05.26 Italy hockey – Great Britain hockey – 3:5 10.05.26 Italy hockey – Great Britain hockey – 2:0 02.05.26 Great Britain hockey – Italy hockey – 4:1

17.05.26 Germany hockey – Latvia hockey – 0:2 16.05.26 Switzerland hockey – Latvia hockey – 4:2 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

Facts

The recent form of both competitors has been shaky.

Latvia may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.

In this match, Latvia is the undeniable favorite.

In the last 4 head-to-head matches, Great Britain won 1 match, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 11:18. (average 2.8:4.5).

Latest Head To Head

23.04.23 Great Britain hockey – Latvia hockey – 3:6 22.04.23 Great Britain hockey – Latvia hockey – 3:2 OT 22.05.22 Great Britain hockey – Latvia hockey – 3:4 07.02.13 Latvia hockey – Great Britain hockey – 6:2

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: 1.71 (45.86%)

2. Switzerland: 6.6 (11.88%)

3. Finland: 6.7 (11.71%)

4. Sweden: 8.4 (9.34%)

5. USA: 9.6 (8.17%)

6. Czech Republic: 13 (6.03%)

7. Slovakia: 34.2 (2.29%)

8. Germany: 60.2 (1.3%)

9. Latvia: 100.2 (0.78%)

10. Denmark: 120.2 (0.65%)

11. Austria: 120.2 (0.65%)

12. Norway: 140.2 (0.56%)

13. Slovenia: 280.2 (0.28%)

14. Great Britain: 480.2 (0.16%)

15. Hungary: 480.2 (0.16%)

16. Italy: 480.2 (0.16%)

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