Italy vs Switzerland predictions, May 17, 2026

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As Italy prepares to face Switzerland in the Handball World Championship on May 17, 2026, fans can expect an intense match at home. Both teams have shown varying form recently, which could significantly impact the outcome.

Italy comes into this match with a challenging recent record, having lost their last outing. This context may heighten the stakes as they look to secure their first win and leverage home advantage. However, their struggle in finding form could play into Switzerland’s hands.

Switzerland, with one victory in their last three fixtures, has demonstrated resilience, showcasing their tactical strengths in exploiting opponent weaknesses. Their ability to adapt defensively could be crucial in countering Italy’s home crowd energy and maintaining composure under pressure.

Bookmakers currently favor Switzerland with odds at 1.61, reflecting a confidence in their potential performance. In contrast, Italy’s odds stand at 2.78, emphasizing the uphill battle they face.

Predictions place the final score around 28:30 in favor of Switzerland, but with home support for Italy, this match could swing in various directions. As always in handball, the outcome depends on execution on the day, making for an exciting encounter.

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Italy 32.7%

Draw 10.9%

Switzerland 56.5%

Prediction (the most likely score): 28:30

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2.75	7.8	1.65
	2.9	8.75	1.58

Latest Results

13.05.26 Switzerland handball – Italy handball – 32:29 20.01.26 Poland handball – Italy handball – 28:29 18.01.26 Italy handball – Hungary handball – 26:32 16.01.26 Iceland handball – Italy handball – 39:26 11.01.26 Faroe Islands handball – Italy handball – 38:34

13.05.26 Switzerland handball – Italy handball – 32:29 21.03.26 Croatia handball – Switzerland handball – 35:35 19.03.26 Croatia handball – Switzerland handball – 34:26 28.01.26 Switzerland handball – Sweden handball – 21:34 27.01.26 Switzerland handball – Iceland handball – 38:38

Facts

First leg result: 29-32.

Switzerland might have a minor edge in this game.

In the last 3 head-to-head matches, Italy won 1 match, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 85:94. (average 28.3:31.3).

Latest Head To Head

13.05.26 Switzerland handball – Italy handball – 32:29 25.01.25 Italy handball – Switzerland handball – 25:33 03.01.25 Switzerland handball – Italy handball – 29:31

Standings

Draw

Third stage

Final

1	Slovakia	North Macedonia	24 : 31
2	Bosnia & Herzegovina	Faroe Islands	22 : 24
3	Czech Republic	France	26 : 37
4	Switzerland	Italy	32 : 29
5	Montenegro	Slovenia	28 : 29
6	Serbia	Hungary	31 : 29
7	Spain	Israel	32 : 27
8	Greece	Netherlands	29 : 27
9	Norway	Turkey	43 : 30
10	Austria	Poland	25 : 26

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