Slovenia vs Italy predictions, May 25, 2026

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As Slovenia prepares to host Italy in the IIHF World Championship on May 25, 2026, both teams will be looking to improve their recent form. Slovenia has managed to secure victory in 2 of their last 5 matches, indicating some competitive spirit but also inconsistency that could play a crucial role in this clash. On the other hand, Italy has struggled recently, winning just 1 out of their last 5 games, which may dampen their confidence heading into this encounter.

The odds reflect a favorable view of the visiting team, with bookmakers placing Italy at 2.13 to Slovenia’s 2.95. This suggests that despite Slovenia’s home advantage, Italy is considered the more likely candidate for success based on recent performance and historical data. Slovenia will need to focus on solid defensive play and capitalize on any offensive opportunities, while Italy may aim to leverage their tactical agility and experience in high-stakes situations.

With our model assigning a 30.6% probability of a home win, a 24.3% chance for a draw, and 47.2% favoring Italy for an away victory, it sets the stage for a potentially thrilling match that can go in any direction. As always, the unpredictability of the sport leaves no guarantees.

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Slovenia 32.3%

Draw 23%

Italy 44.7%

Outrights of IIHF World Championship Slovenia: 0.29% Italy: 0.17%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2.95	4.15	2.13

Latest Results

17.05.26 Norway hockey – Slovenia hockey – 4:0 16.05.26 Slovenia hockey – Czech Republic hockey – 3:2 OT 09.05.26 Austria hockey – Slovenia hockey – 4:1 07.05.26 Slovenia hockey – Hungary hockey – 3:2 25.04.26 Poland hockey – Slovenia hockey – 5:2

17.05.26 Italy hockey – Slovakia hockey – 1:4 16.05.26 Italy hockey – Canada hockey – 0:6 12.05.26 Italy hockey – Great Britain hockey – 3:5 10.05.26 Italy hockey – Great Britain hockey – 2:0 02.05.26 Great Britain hockey – Italy hockey – 4:1

Facts

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

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

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

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

Italy will hold a modest advantage in this match.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Slovenia won 13 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 51:32. (average 2.6:1.6).

Latest Head To Head

08.11.25 Italy hockey – Slovenia hockey – 3:2 08.02.25 Slovenia hockey – Italy hockey – 3:0 07.11.24 Slovenia hockey – Italy hockey – 0:2 01.05.24 Slovenia hockey – Italy hockey – 2:0 09.02.24 Italy hockey – Slovenia hockey – 1:2 penalties

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: 1.75 (46.62%)

2. Finland: 5.4 (15.11%)

3. Switzerland: 6.8 (12%)

4. Sweden: 10.4 (7.84%)

5. Czech Republic: 11.6 (7.03%)

6. USA: 15.4 (5.3%)

7. Slovakia: 39 (2.09%)

8. Latvia: 100.2 (0.81%)

9. Germany: 110.2 (0.74%)

10. Austria: 130.2 (0.63%)

11. Denmark: 140.2 (0.58%)

12. Norway: 180.2 (0.45%)

13. Slovenia: 280.2 (0.29%)

14. Great Britain: 480.2 (0.17%)

15. Hungary: 480.2 (0.17%)

16. Italy: 480.2 (0.17%)

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