2019 Men's World Ice Hockey Championships – Denmark vs USA Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When does Denmark vs USA start? Saturday 18th May, 2019 – 11:15 (UK)
Where is Denmark vs USA being played? Steel Arena, Slovakia
What television channel is Denmark vs USA on in the UK? This match will not be televised live in the UK
Where can I stream Denmark vs USA in the UK? This match cannot be streamed live in the UK
Where can I get tickets for Denmark vs USA? https://www.iihf.com/en/events/2019/wm/static/6180/tickets
THE STATISTICS
HEAD-TO-HEAD
Last meeting: Denmark 0-4 USA
THE TEAM NEWS
DENMARK
- Denmark came out second best in their contest with Finland and now face the USA in a crunch clash with a defeat for the Danes leaving them with an uphill task of making the quarter-finals.
- After a scoreless first period, Denmark took the lead against the Finns but didn’t hold on very long and found themselves behind heading into the third period with Finland able to add a final goal to seal a 3-1 win.
- With the tournament on the line for Denmark, they will need a big team performance and will look towards Morten Poulsen to try and lead the way with him currently topping the goalscoring chart for his country with three goals.
USA
- USA made it three straight wins to move up the standings but will need to pick up a couple more wins to secure a quarter-final berth and will need to improve their performances in the process.
- The United States still looked disjointed in their 6-3 win over Great Britain in which they wasted numerous chances to score but have plenty of room for improvement within their roster.
- Patrick Kane’s goal and two assists saw him become the USA’s leading points scorer of all-time and will again be key for his side along with Jack Eichel who has five assists in the competition so far.
THE PREDICTION
Denmark face USA in a crucial match that could determine their fate in the competition. The United States currently occupy the fourth and final qualifying spot and sit three points ahead of the Danes with a loss here likely to end Denmark’s hopes of making the quarter-finals. USA have yet to hit their straps and after another clunky display, they can ill-afford another under-par performance but they should improve here and claim the win.
