Norway vs Hungary predictions, May 01, 2026

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As Norway prepares to host Hungary in an international friendly ice hockey match on May 1, 2026, both teams will be looking to fine-tune their strategies ahead of future competitions. Norway enters the contest with no recent matches to draw form from, which adds an element of unpredictability. However, they will leverage their home advantage and seek to establish early dominance through an aggressive forechecking strategy and disciplined defensive play.

Hungary, on the other hand, comes into the game after securing 1 win in their last 5 outings. Their recent struggles suggest a need for improved consistency in both offensive production and defensive solidity. Coach’s tactical focus may pivot towards enhancing the team’s power-play efficiency to capitalize on scoring opportunities.

Bookmakers have installed Norway as the favorites with odds reflecting their home advantage, while Hungary’s odds indicate they may struggle to secure a win. The predicted final score suggests a close battle, potentially ending 3-2 in favor of the home side. However, hockey is known for its unpredictability, and both teams will be eager to set the tone early in this encounter.

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Norway 54%

Draw 21.2%

Hungary 24.8%

Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.76	4.3	3.75
	1.68	4.3	3.82	Watch and Bet
	1.65	4.33	3.5

Latest Results

07.02.26 Norway hockey – Austria hockey – 5:2 05.02.26 Hungary hockey – Norway hockey – 4:5 OT 11.12.25 Norway hockey – Latvia hockey – 0:4 10.12.25 Slovakia hockey – Norway hockey – 7:4 08.11.25 Denmark hockey – Norway hockey – 2:3 OT

25.04.26 Hungary hockey – Japan hockey – 2:4 24.04.26 Switzerland hockey – Hungary hockey – 6:1 24.04.26 Hungary hockey – Japan hockey – 3:4 23.04.26 Switzerland hockey – Hungary hockey – 6:1 17.04.26 Hungary hockey – Poland hockey – 3:2 OT

Facts

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

Hungary‘s performance has dropped in recent matches (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).

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

In this match, Norway is seen as the favorite.

In the last 9 head-to-head matches, Norway won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 23:20. (average 2.6:2.2).

Latest Head To Head

05.02.26 Hungary hockey – Norway hockey – 4:5 OT 06.11.25 Hungary hockey – Norway hockey – 2:4 19.05.25 Hungary hockey – Norway hockey – 0:1 19.04.25 Hungary hockey – Norway hockey – 2:0 18.04.25 Hungary hockey – Norway hockey – 5:3

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