HV71 vs Linköping predictions, Mar 05, 2026

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As HV71 prepares to host Linköping HC on March 5, 2026, both teams will look to improve their standings in the SHL amid fluctuating recent performances. HV71 has managed to secure victories in 2 out of their last 5 matches, demonstrating a level of resilience that could serve them well on home ice. Their tactical approach often emphasizes a strong forechecking game, which may challenge Linköping’s defensive setups.

On the other side, Linköping HC has struggled recently, winning only 1 of their last 5 games. This lack of form raises questions about their current cohesion and effectiveness on both ends of the ice. Linköping’s success historically relies on a balanced attack and effective special teams, which will need to be revitalized to contend effectively against HV71.

Bookmakers show modest favor to HV71 with odds of 2.34 for a home win compared to Linköping’s 2.49 away odds. The probability forecast indicates a tense matchup with a 36.1% chance of a home victory, 25% likelihood of a draw, and a 41.4% chance for Linköping to secure the win. As both teams seek to reverse their recent fortunes, the outcome remains uncertain, making it an intriguing contest for fans and bettors alike.

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HV71 39.7%

Draw 22.8%

Linköping 37.5%

Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2

Outrights of SHL Linkoping: 1.61% HV 71: 0.48%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2.42	4.05	2.55
	2.38	4.05	2.51	Watch and Bet
	2.3	4	2.45
	2.34	4.17	2.48

Latest Results

28.02.26 Timrå IK – HV71 – 1:2 26.02.26 Djurgardens IF Hockey – HV71 – 4:0 21.02.26 HV71 – Frölunda HC – 1:5 19.02.26 Rögle BK – HV71 – 3:4 penalties 07.02.26 Malmö Redhawks – HV71 – 3:2

28.02.26 Linkopings HC – Malmö Redhawks – 5:2 26.02.26 Växjö Lakers – Linkopings HC – 3:2 24.02.26 Linkopings HC – Leksands IF – 0:1 21.02.26 Linkopings HC – Rögle BK – 3:4 penalties 19.02.26 Linkopings HC – Farjestads BK – 2:4

Facts

This time, only outsiders will meet in a game (ranked 13 in the zone SHL (Play Out: ) and 11).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, HV71 won 3.

HV71 has been quite unpredictable recently (last 5 games: 2 wins).

Linköping is going through a rough patch (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).

Linköping may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.

Recently, HV71 has had a series of away games.

Recently, Linköping has had a series of home games.

In this match, both teams are almost equally likely to win.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, HV71 won 10 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 10 matches, and goals 45:54. (average 2.3:2.7).

Including home matches between the teams, HV71 won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 25:26. (average 2.5:2.6).

Latest Head To Head

22.01.26 HV71 – Linkopings HC – 5:4 OT 28.10.25 Linkopings HC – HV71 – 2:3 04.10.25 Linkopings HC – HV71 – 4:1 11.03.25 HV71 – Linkopings HC – 1:4 28.12.24 Linkopings HC – HV71 – 4:6

Standings

2025/26

		Pl	W	WO	LO	L		Pts
1	Skelleftea	47	27	6	6	8	163:102	99
2	Frolunda	47	28	4	2	13	149:94	94
3	Vaxjo	47	24	5	4	14	136:123	86
4	Rogle	47	22	4	8	13	134:108	82
5	Lulea	47	20	5	4	18	132:118	74
6	Brynas	47	18	8	2	19	142:129	72
7	Malmo	47	20	4	2	21	125:139	70
8	Farjestad	47	17	6	4	20	125:121	67
9	Djurgarden	47	17	5	3	22	120:151	64
10	Timra	47	17	4	4	22	118:130	63
11	Linkoping	47	17	1	5	24	105:133	58
12	Orebro	47	14	4	5	24	123:146	55
13	HV 71	47	14	3	5	25	120:154	53
14	Leksand	47	13	2	7	25	97:141	50

SHL Outrights

1. Frolunda: 4.13 (21.17%)

2. Skelleftea: 4.88 (17.91%)

3. Lulea: 7.5 (11.64%)

4. Rogle: 8.75 (9.98%)

5. Brynas: 9.13 (9.57%)

6. Farjestad: 9.5 (9.19%)

7. Vaxjo: 11.75 (7.43%)

8. Malmo: 21.5 (4.06%)

9. Timra: 26 (3.36%)

10. Djurgarden: 38.5 (2.27%)

11. Linkoping: 54.25 (1.61%)

12. Orebro: 81.5 (1.07%)

13. HV 71: 181.5 (0.48%)

14. Leksand: 325.25 (0.27%)

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