Slovakia vs Canada Preview & Prediction | 2026 IIHF Men’s Ice Hockey World Championship | Group Stage

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Slovakia will join opponents Canada in the quarter-finals with a win here on Sunday night.

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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

Slovakia vs Canada prediction

Whilst Canada boasts the superstar players, there is a question as to whether they boast the required motivation leading into this game. Their place in the last eight is already assured and the focus now will be on not getting injured and ensuring the key names among the squad are given the required rest ahead of the knockout stage.

This perhaps opens the door for Slovakia, who are not yet guaranteed a top four finish heading into Sunday’s action and will not want to face a potential winner-take-all clash with Sweden in the final round of games depending on other results. If ever there was a time to play Canada, it feels like right now and although Canadians rightly remain favourites, there is significant value in backing Slovakia to pull off an upset.

Slovakia vs Canada tip: Slovakia to win