Switzerland vs Finland predictions, May 31, 2026

May 31, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

IIHF World Championship, Swiss Life Arena (Zürich) on Sunday,

Switzerland

Finland

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As Switzerland prepares to host Finland in the IIHF World Championship on May 31, 2026, both teams come into the match with impressive recent form. Switzerland has been in formidable shape, claiming victory in all five of their most recent matches. This winning streak showcases their strong offensive capabilities and solid defensive structures, making them a daunting adversary on home ice.

Finland, while slightly less dominant, has also demonstrated resilience, winning four out of their last five games. Known for their tactical discipline and effective counter-attacking, the Finnish team will look to exploit any defensive lapses from the Swiss side. The recent successes of both teams indicate a competitive encounter, with Switzerland favored slightly by bookmakers at odds of 2.35 for a home win compared to 2.63 for Finland.

According to predictive models, Switzerland holds a 39.2% chance of winning, with Finland’s probabilities resting at 37%. The potential for a draw stands at 24.5%. As both teams aim to assert their dominance in this crucial matchup, fans can expect an intense game showcasing high-level hockey, without any guarantees on the outcome.

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Switzerland
40.3%		 Draw
23.8%		 Finland
36%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
Pinnacle 2.35 3.98 2.63

Latest Results

30.05.26 Switzerland hockey – Norway hockey – 6:0
28.05.26 Switzerland hockey – Sweden hockey – 3:1
26.05.26 Switzerland hockey – Finland hockey – 4:2
23.05.26 Switzerland hockey – Hungary hockey – 9:0
21.05.26 Switzerland hockey – Great Britain hockey – 4:1		 30.05.26 Canada hockey – Finland hockey – 2:4
28.05.26 Finland hockey – Czech Republic hockey – 4:1
26.05.26 Switzerland hockey – Finland hockey – 4:2
24.05.26 Finland hockey – Austria hockey – 5:2
22.05.26 Finland hockey – Great Britain hockey – 4:0

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Switzerland won 2.
  • Switzerland has shown excellent form with a series of wins in recent matches (last 5 games: 5 wins).
  • Finland is showing top-class performance now (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).
  • Switzerland may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • The probability of winning is almost the same for both teams in this match.
  • There will not play in Finland: Teravainen T.
    (Injury)
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Switzerland won 9 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 11 matches, and goals 54:56. (average 2.7:2.8).

    Latest Head To Head

    26.05.26 Switzerland hockey – Finland hockey – 4:2
    07.05.26 Switzerland hockey – Finland hockey – 5:4 penalties
    02.05.26 Switzerland hockey – Finland hockey – 3:5
    18.02.26 Finland hockey – Switzerland hockey – 3:2 OT
    14.12.25 Switzerland hockey – Finland hockey – 3:4 OT

    Standings

    Draw

    Play Offs

    Quarter-finals

    1 Switzerland (A1) Sweden (B4) 3 : 1
    2 Norway (B2) Latvia (A3) 2 : 0
    3 Canada (B1) USA (A4) 4 : 0
    4 Finland (A2) Czech Republic (B3) 4 : 1

    Semi-finals

    1 Switzerland (A1) Norway (B2) 6 : 0
    2 Canada (B1) Finland (A2) 2 : 4

    Final

    1 Switzerland Finland

    3rd place

    2 Canada Norway

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