Slovakia vs Norway predictions, May 16, 2026

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As Slovakia prepares to host Norway in the IIHF World Championship on May 16, 2026, both teams are looking to rise from recent struggles. Slovakia has managed to secure just one victory in their last five matches, highlighting challenges in consistency and form. Their ability to leverage home advantage will be crucial; the support of the home crowd may provide the necessary boost.

Conversely, Norway has fared slightly better, winning only one of their last four outings. Their recent performances suggest difficulties in both offensive execution and defensive stability, making this matchup critical for regaining momentum in the tournament.

Bookmakers favor Slovakia with odds of 1.44 for a home win, indicating confidence in their capabilities on home ice. Norway’s odds at 5.7 reflect an underdog status, but they are inherently dangerous with a potential to spring an upset.

Tactically, Slovakia will likely focus on leveraging speed and offensive pressure, while Norway may adopt a more defensive posture, aiming to counterattack effectively. With both teams desperate for a turnaround in form, this match promises to be an intriguing contest with no guaranteed outcomes. Fans can expect a competitive and potentially pivotal encounter in the World Championship campaign.

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Slovakia 65.4%

Draw 17.9%

Norway 16.7%

Prediction (the most likely score): 4:1

Outrights of IIHF World Championship Slovakia: 2.16% Norway: 0.51%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.5	5.2	5.4
	1.46	5.37	5.94
	1.44	5.26	5.7

Latest Results

09.05.26 Slovakia hockey – Denmark hockey – 4:2 08.05.26 Slovakia hockey – Denmark hockey – 0:3 03.05.26 Slovakia hockey – Latvia hockey – 5:2 02.05.26 Slovakia hockey – Latvia hockey – 1:5 25.04.26 Germany hockey – Slovakia hockey – 3:1

07.05.26 Latvia hockey – Norway hockey – 4:3 penalties 06.05.26 Latvia hockey – Norway hockey – 3:2 OT 01.05.26 Norway hockey – Hungary hockey – 2:1 30.04.26 Denmark hockey – Norway hockey – 3:1 07.02.26 Norway hockey – Austria hockey – 5:2

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Slovakia won 5.

Slovakia has had mixed results lately (last 5 games: 2 wins).

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

In this match, Slovakia is a strong favorite.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Slovakia won 12 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 8 matches, and goals 64:40. (average 3.2:2).

Latest Head To Head

10.12.25 Slovakia hockey – Norway hockey – 7:4 11.12.24 Slovakia hockey – Norway hockey – 3:1 13.12.23 Slovakia hockey – Norway hockey – 9:0 23.05.23 Slovakia hockey – Norway hockey – 4:1 15.12.22 Slovakia hockey – Norway hockey – 6:0

Standings

Draw

Play Offs

Quarter-finals

1	Switzerland (B1)	Austria (A4)	6 : 0
2	Canada (A1)	Denmark (B4)	1 : 2
3	Sweden (A2)	Czech Republic (B3)	5 : 2
4	USA (B2)	Finland (A3)	5 : 2

Semi-finals

1	Switzerland (B1)	Denmark (B4)	7 : 0
2	Sweden (A2)	USA (B2)	2 : 6

Final

1

Switzerland (B1)

USA (B2)

0 : 1

3rd place

2

Sweden (A2)

Denmark (B4)

6 : 2

IIHF World Championship Outrights

1. Canada: 2.39 (34.12%)

2. Switzerland: 6 (13.58%)

3. Finland: 6.08 (13.39%)

4. Sweden: 6.58 (12.38%)

5. USA: 7.08 (11.5%)

6. Czech Republic: 11.17 (7.3%)

7. Slovakia: 37.67 (2.16%)

8. Germany: 39.17 (2.08%)

9. Latvia: 108.67 (0.75%)

10. Denmark: 112.83 (0.72%)

11. Austria: 133.67 (0.61%)

12. Norway: 158.67 (0.51%)

13. Slovenia: 317 (0.26%)

14. Italy: 358.67 (0.23%)

15. Great Britain: 400.33 (0.2%)

16. Hungary: 400.33 (0.2%)

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