Poland vs Lithuania predictions, May 08, 2026

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### Match Preview: Poland vs. Lithuania – IIHF World Championship IA

On May 8, 2026, Poland will host Lithuania in a crucial clash at the IIHF World Championship IA. Both teams aim to secure valuable points early in the tournament, but the recent form suggests a clear disparity in competitiveness.

Poland comes into this match with a stronger track record, having secured victories in three of their last five outings. The Polish squad has demonstrated effective offensive play and solid defensive strategies, which have contributed to their recent successes. In contrast, Lithuania has struggled, managing just one win in their last five matches. Their challenges have been compounded by inconsistencies in both offensive execution and defensive lapses.

Bookmakers favor Poland, reflecting their current form, with odds at 1.41 for a home win compared to 6.01 for Lithuania. Statistical models assign a 62.5% probability to a home victory, while Lithuania’s chances of an upset stand at 16.3%.

Given Poland’s recent performance and tactical advantages, they appear poised to take the lead in this encounter. However, as with any sporting event, unpredictability remains, making this matchup intriguing.

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Poland 64.6%

Draw 19.3%

Lithuania 16.2%

Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.49	4.6	5.25
	1.41	4.8	5.82
	1.4	5.01	6.11

Latest Results

07.05.26 Japan hockey – Poland hockey – 2:4 05.05.26 Kazakhstan hockey – Poland hockey – 3:2 03.05.26 France hockey – Poland hockey – 3:2 penalties 02.05.26 Poland hockey – Ukraine hockey – 3:2 29.04.26 Poland hockey – France hockey – 3:2 penalties

07.05.26 France hockey – Lithuania hockey – 2:1 penalties 05.05.26 Lithuania hockey – Japan hockey – 2:3 OT 03.05.26 Ukraine hockey – Lithuania hockey – 2:1 02.05.26 Lithuania hockey – Kazakhstan hockey – 1:4 19.04.26 Lithuania hockey – Estonia hockey – 3:1

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Poland won 4.

In recent matches, Poland has shown inconsistent form (last 5 games: 3 wins).

Lithuania has been struggling lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).

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

In this match, Poland is the team to beat.

We predict that Poland will win today’s game, with odds of 1.43.

In the last 16 head-to-head matches, Poland won 13 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 73:23. (average 4.6:1.4).

Latest Head To Head

11.04.26 Lithuania hockey – Poland hockey – 0:3 10.04.26 Lithuania hockey – Poland hockey – 2:0 08.04.25 Poland hockey – Lithuania hockey – 2:0 07.04.25 Poland hockey – Lithuania hockey – 2:1 11.11.23 Poland hockey – Lithuania hockey – 5:1

Standings

2025

		Pl	W	WO	LO	L		Pts
1	Great Britain	5	2	3	0	0	19:9	12
2	Italy	5	3	0	1	1	18:11	10
3	Ukraine	5	2	1	1	1	16:10	9
4	Japan	5	2	0	1	2	14:16	7
5	Poland	5	2	0	0	3	8:13	6
6	Romania ✔	5	0	0	1	4	6:22	1

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