Austria vs France Preview & Prediction | 2025 IIHF Men’s Ice Hockey World Championship | Group Stage

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Two Group A strugglers collide here as Austria take on France in Stockholm. 

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How to watch on TV: UK – Not Televised / US – NHL Network

How to watch online: UK – IIHF.TV / US – NHL Network digital platforms

Austria vs France prediction

Both Austria and France have struggled over the course of the group stage so far, with the pair still yet to win a game in regulation. Austria’s overtime victory over Slovakia keeps them above France, who have picked up just a single point after four matches. Only Latvia have conceded more points than the 16 given up by France.

Austria have scored just six points so far, but half of those came in their last encounter, which could represent a turning point from their point of view. Combine that with the defensive fragility of France and backing Austria to pick up the win here appears to be the smart move. 

Austria vs France tip: Austria to win