HV71 vs Skellefteå predictions, Feb 05, 2026

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HV71

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In an upcoming SHL hockey match on February 5, 2026, HV71 will face off against Skellefteå AIK at home in what promises to be a thrilling contest. Both teams have been in relatively good form recently, with HV71 winning 3 of their last 5 matches and Skellefteå AIK winning 4 of their last 5.

HV71 will have the home advantage, but Skellefteå AIK has shown strength on the road. The bookmakers’ odds slightly favor the away team, with Skellefteå AIK given a 2.04 chance of winning compared to HV71’s 2.93 odds.

Tactically, both teams have their strengths, with HV71 being solid defensively and Skellefteå AIK possessing an effective offensive line. The match is likely to be closely contested, with both teams having the potential to come out on top.

Ultimately, the outcome of this match is difficult to predict, as both teams are in good form and possess their own unique strengths. It could go either way, so it will be interesting to see how the game unfolds.

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HV71
31.9%
Draw
22.4%
Skellefteå
45.8%

Outrights of SHL Skelleftea: 15.47% HV 71: 1.27%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
Pinnacle 2.93 4.17 2.04

Latest Results

31.01.26 HV71 – Luleå HF – 2:1
29.01.26 Örebro HK – HV71 – 1:5
24.01.26 HV71 – Brynäs IF – 2:3
22.01.26 HV71 – Linkopings HC – 5:4 OT
17.01.26 Växjö Lakers – HV71 – 4:0
31.01.26 Brynäs IF – Skellefteå AIK – 3:4 OT
29.01.26 Skellefteå AIK – Timrå IK – 7:4
24.01.26 Rögle BK – Skellefteå AIK – 5:0
22.01.26 Frölunda HC – Skellefteå AIK – 3:4 OT
17.01.26 Skellefteå AIK – Örebro HK – 2:1

Facts

  • This match will feature an outsider and one of the leaders (ranked 13 in the zone SHL (Play Out: ) and 2 in the zone Promotion ~ SHL (Play Offs: Quarter~finals)).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, HV71 won 3.
  • In recent matches, HV71 has shown inconsistent form (last 5 games: 3 wins).
  • Skellefteå is currently in excellent shape (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).
  • Skellefteå might have a minor edge in this game.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, HV71 won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 14 matches, and goals 43:64. (average 2.2:3.2).
  • Including home matches between the teams, HV71 won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 20:19. (average 2.2:2.1).

    Latest Head To Head

    08.01.26 Skellefteå AIK – HV71 – 3:2 penalties
    04.12.25 HV71 – Skellefteå AIK – 4:3
    11.10.25 Skellefteå AIK – HV71 – 8:3
    15.02.25 Skellefteå AIK – HV71 – 1:2 OT
    30.12.24 HV71 – Skellefteå AIK – 3:1

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Frolunda 40 26 4 1 9 133:73 87
    2 Skelleftea 41 23 5 5 8 146:96 84
    3 Rogle 41 21 3 4 13 117:91 73
    4 Vaxjo 40 20 4 4 12 119:103 72
    5 Malmo 41 19 4 2 16 113:115 67
    6 Lulea 41 17 4 3 17 108:103 62
    7 Farjestad 41 15 5 3 18 108:103 58
    8 Brynas 41 14 7 1 19 120:121 57
    9 Djurgarden 41 15 4 3 19 107:137 56
    10 Timra 41 14 4 4 19 101:113 54
    11 Linkoping 40 15 1 4 20 88:115 51
    12 Orebro 41 13 2 5 21 107:128 48
    13 HV 71 41 13 2 5 21 110:134 48
    14 Leksand 40 10 1 6 23 82:127 38

    SHL Outrights

    1. Frolunda: 3.75 (22.69%)

    2. Skelleftea: 5.5 (15.47%)

    3. Rogle: 8 (10.64%)

    4. Lulea: 8 (10.64%)

    5. Farjestad: 9 (9.45%)

    6. Brynas: 10 (8.51%)

    7. Vaxjo: 11 (7.74%)

    8. Timra: 21 (4.05%)

    9. Malmo: 26 (3.27%)

    10. Djurgarden: 34 (2.5%)

    11. Linkoping: 41 (2.08%)

    12. HV 71: 67 (1.27%)

    13. Orebro: 67 (1.27%)

    14. Leksand: 201 (0.42%)

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