Sweden vs USA Preview & Prediction | 2025 IIHF Men’s Ice Hockey World Championship | Semi-Final

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Both Sweden and USA finished second in their respective groups but each find themselves in the semi-finals and clash here with a place in Sunday’s gold medal match on the line.

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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

Sweden vs USA prediction

Sweden and USA can each call upon rosters with plenty of NHL talent within them and the stage is set for what should be a thrilling battle. Both won six games across the league stage with Sweden conceding less goals and USA scoring more. The pair also each recorded 5-2 victories in the quarter-finals against Czechia and Finland respectively.

When taking all this into account, it’s clear to see how well matched the two teams are. Sweden have home ice in their favour but the biggest factor that perhaps gives them in the edge is their defence and goaltending. To have only conceded ten points so far across the tournament cannot be ignored and if anyone can blunt the dynamic USA offense, it’s Sweden. Throw in the attacking stars that the Swedes have at their disposal and it makes backing them to reach the final worthy of serious consideration here.

Sweden vs USA tip: Sweden to win