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

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Slovakia tries to keep their 100% record going as they face Slovenia.

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Slovenia vs Slovakia prediction

Confidence within the Slovakian camp will be extremely high following their recent victories, beating both Norway and Italy whilst conceding just one goal in both games. To have given up just two goals across six periods of regulation cannot be underestimated and underlines how hard it will be to break them down for Slovenia.

It’s been an inconsistent Slovenia that we’ve seen so far, defeating Czechia in an overtime thriller before being shut by Norway in a comprehensive 4-0 loss. It wouldn’t be a surprise to see them bounce back and play to a much higher standard this time out, especially when considering the quality of players at their disposal and backing them to edge out Slovakia may prove the value move. 

Slovenia vs Slovakia tip: Slovenia to win