Sweden vs Finland predictions, May 03, 2026

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As Sweden prepares to host Finland in the Euro Hockey Tour’s Czech Hockey Games on May 3, 2026, anticipation is building for a compelling display of skill and strategy. Sweden, playing on home ice, enters the match with a recent performance that has yet to see any competitive results this season, which could impact team confidence.

In contrast, Finland arrives having secured 1 victory out of their last 2 outings, showcasing a level of momentum that Sweden may be lacking. This recent form could provide a psychological edge, especially with their offense gradually finding its rhythm.

Tactically, Sweden has historically relied on a strong defensive structure, which will be essential against Finland’s aggressive forechecking game. Conversely, Finland’s ability to capitalize on transitional plays may present challenges for the Swedish defense.

The bookmakers have made Sweden a slight favorite at odds of 2.33 compared to Finland’s 2.5, indicating a close contest. Predictive metrics align closely with the odds, suggesting a potential final score of 3:2 in favor of Sweden. However, given both teams’ recent performances and the unpredictable nature of rivalries, this matchup remains open-ended—the outcome remains uncertain until the final buzzer sounds.

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Sweden 40%

Draw 22.8%

Finland 37.2%

Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2

Outrights of Euro Hockey Tour – Czech Hockey Games Sweden: 30.43% Finland: 26.09%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2.3	4.35	2.5
	2.38	3.92	2.56
	2.3	3.8	2.5
	2.34	4.28	2.44

Latest Results

18.02.26 USA hockey – Sweden hockey – 2:1 OT 17.02.26 Sweden hockey – Latvia hockey – 5:1 14.02.26 Sweden hockey – Slovakia hockey – 5:3 13.02.26 Finland hockey – Sweden hockey – 4:1 11.02.26 Sweden hockey – Italy hockey – 5:2

24.04.26 Finland hockey – Denmark hockey – 10:5 22.04.26 Finland hockey – Latvia hockey – 1:2 OT 21.02.26 Slovakia hockey – Finland hockey – 1:6 20.02.26 Canada hockey – Finland hockey – 3:2 18.02.26 Finland hockey – Switzerland hockey – 3:2 OT

Facts

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

Finland may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.

The chances of victory for both teams are nearly identical in this match.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Sweden won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 13 matches, and goals 38:52. (average 1.9:2.6).

Latest Head To Head

13.02.26 Finland hockey – Sweden hockey – 4:1 13.12.25 Finland hockey – Sweden hockey – 2:4 09.11.25 Finland hockey – Sweden hockey – 2:4 12.05.25 Finland hockey – Sweden hockey – 1:2 04.05.25 Sweden hockey – Finland hockey – 6:2

Standings

2025

		Pl	W	WO	LO	L		Pts
1	Sweden	3	3	0	0	0	12:5	9
2	Switzerland	3	2	0	0	1	14:7	6
3	Czech Republic	3	1	0	0	2	9:11	3
4	Finland	3	0	0	0	3	6:18	0

Euro Hockey Tour – Czech Hockey Games Outrights

1. Sweden: 3 (30.43%)

2. Czech Republic: 3 (30.43%)

3. Finland: 3.5 (26.09%)

4. Switzerland: 7 (13.04%)

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