IIHF World Championship IB, Shenzhen Universiade Sports Centre (Shenzhen) on Saturday,
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As South Korea prepares to host Estonia in the IIHF World Championship IB on May 2, 2026, fans can expect a competitive showdown between two teams with contrasting recent performances. South Korea has secured victories in 2 of their last 5 matches, showing resilience but also revealing some defensive vulnerabilities. Their tactical approach often emphasizes a quick transition game, leveraging speed and agility to create scoring opportunities.
On the other hand, Estonia boasts a slightly better form with 3 wins in their last 5 encounters. Estonia’s gameplay is characterized by a strong defensive structure, often frustrating opponents with disciplined play and strategic forechecking. They are effective at capitalizing on counterattacks, making them a formidable opponent on the road.
Bookmakers currently favor South Korea with odds of 2.1 for a home win, while Estonia’s odds sit at 2.45. Probability estimates reflect this sentiment, suggesting a 45.4% chance of a home victory compared to 34.8% for an away win. The predicted final score stands at 5:4, indicating a potentially high-scoring affair.
As both teams aim to assert their dominance, this match promises excitement. However, with both sides showcasing their strengths recently, outcomes remain uncertain.
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| South Korea 41.8% |
Draw 20.4% |
Estonia 37.8% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 5:4
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
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2.16 | 4.65 | 2.39 | |
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2.15 | 4.2 | 2.38 |
Latest Results
| 30.04.26 South Korea hockey – Spain hockey – 6:4 29.04.26 China hockey – South Korea hockey – 4:7 25.04.26 South Korea hockey – Estonia hockey – 4:5 19.04.26 Japan hockey – South Korea hockey – 6:2 18.04.26 Japan hockey – South Korea hockey – 2:1 penalties |
30.04.26 Estonia hockey – Netherlands hockey – 5:1 29.04.26 Spain hockey – Estonia hockey – 2:12 25.04.26 South Korea hockey – Estonia hockey – 4:5 19.04.26 Lithuania hockey – Estonia hockey – 3:1 18.04.26 Lithuania hockey – Estonia hockey – 4:0 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 25.04.26 South Korea hockey – Estonia hockey – 4:5 01.05.25 Estonia hockey – South Korea hockey – 1:4 09.02.24 South Korea hockey – Estonia hockey – 4:2 13.04.15 Estonia hockey – South Korea hockey – 3:7 |
Standings
2025
| Pl | W | WO | LO | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Lithuania | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 14:3 | 14 |
| 2 | South Korea | 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 21:11 | 12 |
| 3 | Estonia | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 19:9 | 9 |
| 4 | China | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 9:14 | 5 |
| 5 | Spain | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 9:25 | 3 |
| 6 | Croatia | 5 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 9:19 | 2 |
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