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

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Slovakia take on a Finland side already through to the knockout stage after losing just one of their five matches played so far.

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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 Finland prediction

Finland have booked their place in the last four with four wins and one loss to their name with two group games still to play. Slovenia meanwhile, have won just two matches, losing four including one in overtime, so it’s understandable that Finland will be considered favourites to get the better of them here.

The key difference between these two nations lies in defence. Finland’s is significantly better than Slovakia’s. The latter have conceded 22 points compared to Finland’s eight points, which is an average of less than two points per game. That superior Finnish defence is expected to lead them to a victory in this one.

Slovakia vs Finland tip: Finland to win