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May 30 2021, 10:07 · The Stats Zone

2021 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship – Sweden vs Slovakia Preview & Prediction

2021 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship – Sweden vs Slovakia Preview & Prediction

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THE FACTS

When does Sweden vs Slovakia kick off? Sunday 30th May, 2021 – 18:15 (UK)

Where is Sweden vs Slovakia being played? Olympic Sports Centre, Riga, Latvia

Where can I get tickets for Sweden vs Slovakia? Tickets are not available as the event is currently taking place without spectators but, should the situation change, click here for any developments

What TV channel is Sweden vs Slovakia on in the UK? FreeSports will be televising 25 games from the tournament so click here to see their schedule

Where can I stream Sweden vs Slovakia in the UK? If televised on FeeSports, Premier Sport subscribers will be able to stream the match via Premier Player

THE PREDICTION

Sweden earned just their second win of the tournament as they got the better of Great Britain last time out and they are now right back in contention to progress to the next round but they must overcome Slovakia here. That will not be an easy task either with the Slovaks topping Group A with four wins from five after getting back to winning ways with a solid success over Denmark in their latest contest. They produced a shutout in that clash and will be full of confidence thanks to their strong opening to their campaign. They do however start as underdogs here but that seems slightly unjust so they should be favoured with the +1.5 start they have been offered.