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NHL

Odds: 1.53Stake: 5/10

The puck drops for the fifth match of Stanley Cup playoffs quarterfinals between Eastern conference rivals; the engaging face-off between "Florida" and "Boston" begins at 23:00. Florida Panthers The "Florida" team skated in 82 official games of the regular NHL season 2023-2024. They claimed themselves a solid position by occupying 3rd place in the Eastern Conference table with 110 points from the 82 matches. Throughout the course of the 2023-2024 season, "Florida" exhibited stable performance, often racking up points and securing themselves in top half of the table.Despite trailing to the likes of "Carolina" and "Rangers", the "Florida" squad did manage to secure a comfortable 3rd position in the 82 matches they played. In fact, at one point in time, "Florida" was leading the Eastern Conference and was eyeing a win, falling just 4 points behind "Rangers" who emerged victorious.For Stanley Cup playoffs, the "Florida" hockey players have been giving a spectacular performance with only two defeats so far. Against "Tampa Bay" representatives in the first round's five matches, "Florida" held an initial score of 3:0 but later conceded. However, after managing to regain their composure, "Florida" pulled through to triumph. A weak start in the second round was followed by a winning spree, where "Florida" crushed "Boston" twice in a row and later outperformed them by a single goal. Boston Bruins In the regular NHL season 2023-2024, the "Boston" club participated in 82 official games. "Boston" managed to score 109 points from these 82 matches, placing them at 4th in the Eastern Conference league table. In the 2023-2024 season, "Boston" was among the leading teams of the Eastern Conference and vied for the top spot for a considerable duration, but ultimately fell short against many competitors.Despite trailing "Florida", "Carolina", and "Rangers", "Boston" managed to secure the 4th position in the Eastern Conference after 82 matches. Finishing merely five points away from the Eastern conference leader, "Boston" smoothly paved their path to Stanley Cup Playoffs.However, confidence seems to shaky for the "Boston" hockey players in the Stanley Cup playoffs. In the 1/8 finals, "Boston" faced off against "Toronto" and had a prolonged tussle; the series got extended to seven matches for "Boston". The decisive confrontation witnessed "Boston" take the win by a 2:1 score in additional time. The transition to the quarterfinals of the Stanley Cup Playoffs matched "Boston" against "Florida", and so far, things don't seem to be going as the black and yellow plan. After winning the first match, "Boston" conceded three consecutive times. Head to Head "Boston" and "Florida" squared off in 70 official games, with "Boston" prevailing 45 times, and "Florida" coming out stronger in 25 encounters. Prediction Florida Panthers - Boston Bruins "Florida" will emerge victorious in normal time. Despite a loss in the first encounter, the "Florida" skaters tuned up and have justified with three consecutive wins. In all the victorious matches, "Florida" considerably overshadowed "Boston", and it's highly likely the fifth match will follow the same pattern. "Florida" should continue their winning streak and advance to the semifinals.

14.05.2024

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Odds: 1.49Stake: 5/10

The Group Stage match of the World ice Hockey Championship in the elite division is set to commence at 14:20. Avid fans of world-class hockey should expect a face-off between Denmark and Norway. Denmark The Denmark team has been playing among the world elite for some time but hasn't achieved much success. For a long time, the Danish hockey players have not made it to the quarterfinals and usually stop at the group stage. However, the past World Championship, which took place in Finland and Latvia, was successful for Team Denmark. Not so long ago, the Danish national team was among the outsiders and fought to maintain their place, but in 2023, the team from Northern Europe took 5th place in the group stage, scoring 8 points in 7 matches. In the current tournament, taking place in Czech Republic, Danish hockey players have played two matches, and so far, everything is going according to plan. Both matches involving Team Denmark ended with a score of 5:1. The Denmark team first met with opponents from Austria and triumphed with a score of 5:1, crushing a noticeably weaker opponent in all aspects. In the second match of the World Championship group stage, Team Denmark played against the reigning world champions. Playing against Canada is still difficult for Team Denmark, and the score of 5:1 fully followed the game's logic. At the moment, Team Denmark ranks 5th in the group's tournament table, scoring 3 points less than the Czech Republic at position 4. Norway The team from Norway has long been playing among the best teams of the world and is showing stable results that give them the ability to be in the elite of world hockey. In the course of the tournament, which took place in 2023 in Finland and Latvia, the Norway team even underperformed to some extent. Norways national team took 7th place at the group stage, scoring only 6 points. Importantly, Team Norway managed to keep its place in the elite division, outpacing opponents from Slovenia. The Norway team's line-up in the current World Championship has practically not changed, and so has their result. It's worth noting that Norway faced teams in three consecutive matches that are certainly going to be in the quarterfinals. The team started the tournament with a match against Switzerland and lost 5:2. In the next two matches, Norway faced the Czech Republic and Finland. Predictably, team Norway was defeated, losing with a gap of 3 pucks. Three consecutive losses have moved Norway down to second last place. Only due to additional indicators does Norway outperform opponents from Great Britain. The main matches for Norway are yet to come. Head to Head Denmark and Norway have met in 45 official matches. Norway has 23 wins on its record, while Denmark has come out on top in 22 encounters. Prediction Denmark will triumph in regular time. Danish hockey players surpass Norway in most parameters, which is evident from the last tournament and the results of the current World Championship. While the Danish team is fighting for top 4, Norway is content with maintaining its place in the elite.

14.05.2024

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Odds: 1.87Stake: 5/10

The group stage of the Elite Division Ice Hockey World Championship is set to kick off at 14:20. Enthusiasts of international hockey are in for a treat with a face-off between the teams of Kazakhstan and Latvia. Kazakhstan The Kazakhstan team has securely maintained its spot in the Elite Division over the past several years, standing strong among the world's top teams. Last year at the championship held in Finland and Latvia, the Kazakhstan hockey troupe didn't perform at their best, finishing sixth in their group. A year ago, Kazakhstan was only able to outperform teams representing Norway and Slovenia in the group stage, who were subsequently demoted to the First Division. Kazakhstan managed to secure victories only in group-stage matches against Norway, Slovakia, and Slovenia. In the 2024 World Championship, Kazakhstan has played two matches, gathering just 3 points so far. While not much was expected from the Kazakhstani players in the match against Slovakia, they were expected to, and did, beat France, defeating the Central European team 3:1. Thus, from two matches in the 2024 World Championship, Kazakhstan garnered 3 points and landed in fifth place. Although Kazakhstan doesn't have a shot at advancing to the quarter-finals, there is a chance to make it to the top 5. The main priority is to stay in the Elite Division, hence the vital victory against France. Latvia The Latvian team has been a long-term participant in the Elite Division of the World Championship. While the Latvian team was considered underdogs several years ago, the previous World Championship shifted that perception. The 2023 World Championship took place in Latvia, and the local team significantly surprised its supporters. Just making it out of the group stage and into the quarter-finals of the World Championship was a significant accomplishment for the Latvian team. Latvia met Sweden in the quarter-finals and came out victorious with a 3:1 score. In the semi-finals, Latvia faced Canada, where their chances were slim. The world's best team secured a decisive victory. The defeat took Latvia to the third-place match, where they emerged triumphant with a 4:3 score against the USA. In the current World Championship, Latvia has played two matches and secured two victories. Firstly, Latvia managed to beat Poland in overtime, followed by an out-overtime victory over France. Currently, the Latvian team is in third place in the tournament table, trailing behind the teams representing Slovakia and Sweden. Sweden has gathered only 2 points more than Latvia. Head-to-Head Latvia and Kazakhstan have faced each other in 8 matches. Latvia has 6 victories to their name, while Kazakhstan has come out on top in 2 encounters. The Prediction Latvia will be the victors in regulation time. The European team performed brilliantly in the previous World Championship and already has 4 points in store, offering hopes for advancing to the quarter-finals. Kazakhstan, on the other hand, is weaker. While Kazakhstan has a well-coordinated team, they lack remarkable individual players like Daugavins.

13.05.2024

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The fourth match in the Stanley Cup quarter-final playoffs for the 2023-2024 season, between Western Conference rivals, is scheduled to start at 04:30 GMT. A showdown between Colorado and Dallas is what nocturnal hockey enthusiasts can look forward to. Colorado The Colorado players have participated in 82 official NHL regular season matches in the 2023-2024 season. With 82 matches played and 107 points racked up, Colorado managed to secure the 4th spot in the Western Conference standings. Showing excellent results and consistently gaining points, the high tally allowed Colorado to finish among the strongest participants of the conference. At the end of the 82 matches, Colorado settled on the 4th position, falling behind Vancouver, Winnipeg and Dallas. Colorado was a long-time leader of the Western Conference but couldn't maintain the first position. They lagged behind the Dallas leaders by 6 points. The 4th place landed Colorado a face-off with Winnipeg in the first round. Colorado wasn't the favourite in the first round, yet Winnipeg performed disappointingly, displaying a lacklustre performance. Colorado was weaker in the first match, but then enjoyed four consecutive victories. In the second round, Colorado met Dallas, and so far, the series score is not in their favour. Currently, the series score is 2:1 in favour of Colorado's rivals. Dallas The Dallas club played 82 official matches in the regular NHL 2023-2024 championship season. Dallas scored an impressive 113 points in 82 matches, securing the 1st spot in the Western Conference standings. The Dallas Stars performed exceptionally well this season, showing admirable consistency. Dallas maintained a top position throughout the championship, although not always first. Eventually, Dallas overtook all rivals and emerged as the Western Conference winner, a victory that yielded no advantage. After 82 matches, Dallas secured the 1st position, surpassing the closest competitors from Winnipeg. So far, Dallas's performance in the Stanley Cup Playoffs hasn't been as solid as in the regular championship. The Dallas team could have bowed out after the first round, but they turned the confrontation with Vegas in their favour. Trailing 2:0, Dallas displayed resilience and triumphed in 7 matches. Dallas's performance in the second round is faring better than with Vegas. The loss in the first round made Dallas pull together, and they have since beaten Colorado twice in a row. Head-to-head Dallas and Colorado have faced each other in 91 official matches. Colorado boasts of 51 victories, while Dallas has been superior in 40 encounters. Total Prediction The individual total (ITO) for Dallas will exceed 2 goals. Prediction Dallas will win in regular time. Following the first round, the Dallas club could have left the Stanley Cup, but they showed character and remained. The situation against Colorado could have been a repeat, but the Stars are currently ahead and it's vital they secure a victory in the fourth match. If Dallas wins, it is highly likely that the series will belong to the Stars.

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NHL

Odds: 2.18Stake: 5/10

win

+5.9

13.05.2024

362

Today the fifth match of the Stanley Cup quarter-finals for the 2023-2024 season is set to kick-off, featuring competitors from the Eastern Conference. Night hockey fans are set to be treated with a clash between the Rangers and the Hurricanes. New York Rangers The New York club took part in 82 official NHL regular season matches for the 2023-2024 season. The Rangers contested 82 matches and collected 114 points, thus securing the leading position in the Eastern Conference. The 2023-2024 season reminded everyone that hockey in New York could be the strongest in North America and achieve great success, aiming to win the Stanley Cup. Following the 82 matches, the Rangers emerged as the best team in the Eastern Conference, outpacing the multitude of rivals that pursued them throughout the season. The Rangers managed to climb from outside the top-3 to finish above all rivals. The nearest contenders from Carolina secured the 2nd position, earning 3 points fewer. In the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs, the Rangers faced off against the Washington team and comfortably overcame the team still relying heavily on the performance of Alexander Ovechkin. The second round proves to be more challenging for the New York team than their face-off with Washington. In the three matches against Carolina, the Rangers secured victory and were a step away from the semi-final, but lost the fourth match. With a score of 4:3, Carolina defeated the Rangers. Carolina Hurricanes The Carolina team played 82 official matches in the NHL regular season for the 2023-2024 season. Over these 82 matches, Carolina managed to collect 111 points, which enabled them to secure 2nd place in the East Conference standing. The 2023-2024 season proved successful for Carolina in terms of outcome. Throughout the regular championship, Carolina consistently accumulated points, which kept them among the leaders. After the 82 matches, Carolina secured the 2nd position in the Eastern Conference, lagging behind only the opposing New York's Rangers. Carolina ended up 3 points behind the leaders. In the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs, Carolina came up against the second strongest New York team and enjoyed a comfortable victory. In the first three matches of the series, Carolina prevailed in a confident and calm manner. Carolina's only defeat in the first round occurred in overtime. In the fifth match of the series, Carolina defeated the Islanders with a score of 6:3, asserting their superiority. The second round doesn't go well for Carolina. Following three defeats, Carolina managed to "break the ice" on the scoreboard, but things aren't going great. Any defeat could be decisive. Head to head Carolina and the Rangers have faced each other in 72 matches. The Rangers have won on 49 occasions, whereas Carolina proved to be the better side in 23 encounters. New York Rangers - Carolina Hurricanes match prediction Carolina will win in regular time. Carolina's hockey players secured a win in the previous match and surpassed an important psychological hurdle. Carolina now has the opportunity to capitalise on its success and begin turning the tide of the series.

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Ice Hockey

NHL

Odds: 1.95Stake: 5/10

win

+4.8

13.05.2024

366

At 18:20, the group stage encounter of the World Ice Hockey Championship in the elite division will kick start. International hockey enthusiasts await the showdown between Switzerland and the Czech Republic. Switzerland In the past few years, the Swiss hockey players have managed to rank amongst the strongest European teams and contenders for the top spots. In the last World Championship, the Swiss team played excellently in the group stage, clinching 1st place. However, the quarterfinals turned out to be a grim affair for the Europeans. The Swiss team met Germany at the quarterfinals stage and suffered a sensational defeat scoring 3:1. Switzerlands loss against the German hockey players became a major upset of the tournament. Recovery from this setback for the Swiss hockey players proceeded in a normal mode, and they are now ready to contend for medals again. Switzerland's National team managed to score 6 points in two matches of the ongoing World Ice Hockey Championship so far. As it stands, the Swiss team is undefeated in the current World Championship. Switzerland first marked a comfortable victory over Norway, followed by triumphing over Austria. While the victory over Norway was steady and assured, they faced problems with Austria. The World Championship underdogs gave Switzerland a lot of trouble, losing only by a score of 6:5. At present, the Swiss team ranks 2nd in the Group "A" Tournament table. The Swiss squad falls behind rivals representing Canada based on additional indicators. Czech Republic The Czech team is considered a top-tier European team. The team from Europe shows a good performance at the European level, however, the recent results in the World Championships do not impress. Last year, the Czech team made it to the quarterfinals with great difficulty but couldn't progress any further. In the quarterfinal match, the Czech team lost to their rivals from the USA with a score of 3:0. The current tournament holds a home advantage for the Czech team, adding responsibility to their role. High results are expected from the Czech hockey players in the current World Championship, and so far, the hosts are on track. The Czech team emerged victorious in both official matches of the World Championship, beating not the weakest opponents. In the first match of the tournament, the Czech team managed to beat Finland in extra time with a score of 1:0. The second match of the tournament was an easier encounter with Norway. The Nordic European team couldn't pose a challenge to the Czech Republic and lost with a score of 6:3. The successes at the initial stage allowed the Czech Republic to secure a position in the upper half of the tournament table. Currently, the Czech Republic holds the 3rd place, trailing Switzerland and Canada. Head-to-head Switzerland and the Czech Republic have faced each other in 33 official matches. The Czech Republic boasts 19 victories while Switzerland has been victorious in 14 encounters. Prediction The Czech Republic will secure a win in regular time. The hosts have started splendidly in the World Championship and remain undefeated until now. The Czech Republic has already proven their prowess in the matchup against Finland and the second challenging match shouldn't pose a problem. The Czech Republic will clinch the victory with a minimal margin.

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Ice Hockey

World - Championships

Odds: 1.72Stake: 5/10

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-5.0

13.05.2024

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1st period Handicap 2 (-0.5)

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World - Championships

Odds: 1.85Stake: 5/10

The World Hockey Championship face-off between rivals representing Group "B" kicks off at 18:20. Fans of international hockey can look forward to a clash between the German and Swedish national teams. Germany Germany's hockey team has recently become one of those teams that are wavering between being average and striving for the top. Team Germany won silver at the 2018 Olympics and, a year ago, repeated the success by yielding in the tournament's principal match to their Canadian rivals. The average level of all teams in world hockey has increased, which has allowed the Germans to vie for the very top positions. At the start of the current World Championship, Team Germany was seen as a contender for the quarterfinals, and so far, it's all going according to plan. Currently, the German national team has played 2 official matches in the Hockey World Championship. In these 2 matches, Team Germany managed to gather 3 points. They achieved point score in the match against Slovakia. Germany emerged victorious from a high-scoring bout with Slovakia, winning the match 6:4. However, in the second match of the tournament, they took on the USA. Here, the tournament favourites left no chances for Germany and won with a score of 6:1. This loss demonstrated that the German team is not quite at the top-tier standard yet. Presently, Germany holds the 5th spot in the tournament table, lagging behind Slovakia and the USA on additional indicators. Sweden Sweden's national team is always a tournament favourite and contender for the top spots, and the current World Championship is no exception. In their previous World Championship campaign, Team Sweden exited rather early, suffering a sensational defeat to Latvia in the quarterfinals with a score of 3:1. Now at the ongoing Championship in the Czech Republic, Sweden has played 2 matches and managed to garner 6 points. In the two opening matches, Sweden faced Poland and the USA. The expected 5:1 victory over Poland wasn't surprising, but their success against the US was noteworthy. In the opening match against the USA, Sweden's ice hockey team displayed their strength and serious intent, overpowering their North American opponents confidently. The Swedish team's gameplay was well-coordinated and stable. Their consistent performance throughout the match allowed them to score more than their adversary. Their opening-match victories put Team Sweden as the leaders of Group "B" uniquely so with a similar number of points. The closest contenders from Latvia have managed to gather 4 points from 2 matches. Head-to-Head Germany and Sweden have faced each other in 15 official matches. Sweden has the upper hand with 12 victories, while Germany has triumphed in 3 encounters. Prediction Sweden will win in regular time. In the initial stretch of the tournament, Team Sweden has shown quality hockey that allows them to lead the group. Their German opponents managed to overcome Slovakia, but they couldn't cope with top-tier rivals from the USA. Sweden are slated to win against the Germans, who are yet to find their stride.

13.05.2024

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Ice Hockey

World - Championships

Odds: 1.29Stake: 5/10

The World Championship match in the elite division kicks off, featuring teams from Group "B". International hockey fans eagerly anticipate this face-off between the national teams of Slovakia and the USA. Slovakia Before the start of any World Championship, Slovakian hockey players are always seen as contenders for a quarter-final slot. People look to Slovakia for either an upset, or a flop. Last year, Slovakia missed out on the quarterfinal, letting through candidates representing the Czech Republic. During the current Championship, Slovakia has already played two matches that have delighted fans with their results and gameplay. Every match involving Slovakia is productive and fiery. The game against Kazakhstan saw the Slovakians winning without much difficulty, scoring 6 goals, which surprised no one. The match with Germany was more interesting. Despite scoring four goals, it was not enough for Slovakia to secure victory. They lost by a scoreline of 6:4, but they put on a decent performance and showed great hockey content. Facing weaker teams after playing such a solid match against last Championship's silver medalist guarantees lesser problems as was apparent from the match against Kazakhstan. Currently, Slovakia is in third place in the group "B" standings, trailing only one point behind Latvia. Slovakia only has matches against underdogs left, where they absolutely need to score. USA The USA team is always seen as the second strongest North American team. However, this year, the 'Stars' have a good chance of competing for the title of the world's best. USA has brought a strong team to the Czech Republic, including both young, and experienced players who perform well at the world's best league level. The start of the Championship in the Czech Republic was not the most successful for the USA. Up to now, they have played two official matches, from which they have gleaned only three points. The Championship for USA started with a defeat to Sweden, which will certainly affect their results in the group stage. The loss to Sweden was well deserved, and the USA looked very weak. However, the North Americans reminded everyone of their strength in the match against the current silver medalists. Germany was beaten by an overwhelming score of 6:1. This result shows that the USA took lessons from the match against Sweden and is determined to win future games to climb higher in the group stage. Currently, the USA is at the fourth position, trailing Slovakia and Sweden by some additional indicators. Head to Head The USA and Slovakia have faced off in 17 official matches. Slovakia has won 9 games, and the USA has come out on top in the remaining 8 games. Total Prediction The individual total prediction for USA is more than 2 goals. Prediction The USA will win in regulation time. While both teams have won three points, starting off with a loss and a win, the USA is objectively stronger. The team from North America has a more experienced line-up, with many players performing in top leagues, even at the NHL level, while Slovakia has many players hailing from European championships.

12.05.2024

413

1st period Handicap 2 (-1)

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Ice Hockey

World - Championships

Odds: 2.56Stake: 5/10

The World Hockey Championship elite division group "A" match kicks off. Fans of international hockey are in for a showdown between Norway and Finland. Norway Norway's hockey team has been competing in the elite division of the World Championship for quite a while and doing it with stability. More or less consistent results allow Norway to hold on in the elite, defeating outsiders and rivals of equal class. Last year, Norway managed to beat Canada, but that was probably just a fluke. Speaking about the current World Championship being held in the Czech Republic, Norway is performing weakly so far. Norway's opponents in the first two opening matches are from Europe. Initially, Norway lost to opponents representing Switzerland. In this match, Norway did not perform too poorly and managed to score twice. Norway showed even better quality against the Czech Republic - the hosts of the current World Championship won against Norway only with a score of 6:3. Norway has some decent gameplay, but there is definitely room for improvement. Norway's chances of victory are quite slim right now, but the matches with the underdogs are yet to come. Norway has little chance of victory in the match against Finland. It would be best to aim for a match without injuries and keep the line-up intact for the crucial games. Finland Finland's team is the reigning Olympic champion, but they performed far below their capabilities in the last World Championship. Right under the gaze of their own fans, they crashed out in the quarterfinal stage, losing with no real chance of victory to Canada, who later became the trophy winners. The Finnish team has big plans for the tournament in the Czech Republic. In the first match of the tournament, the top European team played against the hosts and performed weakly. It all ended with a defeat in overtime with a scoreline of 1:0. In the second match of the Championship, Finland played against Great Britain, who made a comeback to the elite division of world hockey. As expected, the team from the island could not put up a worthy resistance against Finland. The final whistle confirmed Finland's victory with a scoreline of 8:0. So far, Finland is not impressive. The match against Norway will be a tougher test than the match against those who were in the First division a year ago. Finland needs to keep progressing from match to match and only in this scenario, they can hope for medals. Head-to-Head Meetings Norway and Finland have faced each other in 21 official matches. Finland's team accounts for 20 victories, while Norway came out on top in 1 encounter. Over/Under Total Bet The individual total for Finland will be over 3 goals. Prediction Finland will win in regular time. Currently, Finland is not in its best form and will likely be gaining momentum through the group stage meetings. However, even in such a state, the reigning Olympic champions should easily defeat Norway - an average team without any special stars, which puts up a fight, but does not have any real chances of victory.

12.05.2024

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Ice Hockey

World - Championships

Odds: 1.79Stake: 5/10

In the second round of the group stage of the World Ice Hockey Championship in the Czech Republic, the teams of Latvia and France will play against each other. Current form of Team Latvia The Latvian team, as the reigning bronze medalist of the World Championship, began the current tournament with a tense match against the Polish team, which ended with a Latvian victory in overtime with a score of 5:4. Although the Poles were the first to score, the Latvians managed to equalise and take the game under their control, scoring the next three goals. In the second period, the Poles took the lead twice, but Latvia did not give in and sent the game into overtime, where Kaspars Daugavins scored the winning goal.In recent years, Team Latvia has consistently performed well at the World Championships, regularly maintaining their position in the elite division, but until last year they had not managed to go far in the playoffs. An exception was last year's championship, where the Latvians unexpectedly won bronze medals. Therefore, at the 2024 World Championships, the team led by Harijs Vitolins sets ambitious goals for themselves to reach the playoffs, despite the toughness of their group and increased competition.The first victory over Poland has added confidence to the team, which is already preparing for the next challenges at the tournament. Their next match against Team France promises to be challenging, as the French are also eager to prove their competitiveness after a defeat by Kazakhstan. Latvia will be striving to use their experience and skill to overcome the opponent and reinforce their positions in the group after not the most successful match with the Polish team. Current form of Team France Team France faced the task of maintaining their position in the elite division at the 2024 World Ice Hockey Championships after returning to the top league in 2022 in place of the suspended Team Russia. Since then, the French have consistently placed 12th in the final tables of the two latest tournaments, allowing them to maintain their standing amongst the strongest. This year, the French aimed to minimise the risk of relegation and they will be working towards this goal from their match against the Polish national team on May 14.In their first match of the World Cup, the French were unable to realise their potential against Team Kazakhstan, losing by a score of 1:3. France scored first, but then conceded three goals in a row despite having ample opportunities and chances to score. French goalkeeper Sebastian Iloenen deflected 21 shots, but his efforts were not sufficient for a victory. This match highlighted issues in offence, where the French lacked the finishing touch on their chances. France's lineup has weakened compared to previous seasons, the leaders in the form of Da Costa are aging, and there are no new leaders yet. Head-to-head The teams have played against each other numerous times, but their last official match was at the 2021 Olympics, Latvia was stronger with a score of 2:1. At the 2015 World Championships, France was stronger with a 3:2 lead after a series of penalty shots. Predictions for the Latvia - France match I anticipate a cautious match with a minimum of moments, especially from France, and Latvia, after the fiasco of conceding 4 goals from the weakest team, Poland, should have made conclusions about their defensive play, I'm betting on a total under (TU) 5 goals.

12.05.2024

392

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Ice Hockey

World - Championships

Odds: 1.69Stake: 5/10

Today in the second round of the Ice Hockey World Championship in the Czech Republic, the national teams of Denmark and Canada will play. Current form of Denmark team The Danish team, although lacking the star-studded lineup compared to the top hockey powers, is successfully competing at a world level thanks to players from the leading European leagues - the Swedish Elitserien and the German DEL. In their last friendly match against Poland (3:1), the team played in their usual style, demonstrating solid defence and efficiency in attack, which allowed them to start the 2024 World Championship with a confident victory over Austria by a score of 5:1. In this game, the Danes were especially active, successfully capitalising on their moments even when disadvantaged, with forward Joachim Blichfeld from Vxj scoring 2 goals and making an assist.Last year, Denmark took 5th place in their group at the World Championship, struggling to make the playoffs, but despite efforts, they could not overcome the group stage. However, at the 2022 Olympic Games, the team achieved excellent results, reaching the quarterfinals and defeating such strong opponents as the Czech Republic and Switzerland. These achievements confirm the growth in skill and competitiveness of the Danish team on the international arena. The current tournament promises to be a challenge for Denmark, considering the presence of such strong teams as Switzerland, the Czech Republic, Finland and Canada in their group. The upcoming game against Canada will be a serious test for the team, and while the chances of victory seem slim, success in this match could significantly boost the team's morale and strengthen their position in the tournament table. Under the leadership of coach Mikael Gath, the Danes are looking forward to continuing their progression and possibly even improving on the results of previous years. Current form of Canada team The Canadian team successfully kicked off the 2024 Ice Hockey World Championship, claiming a victory over the British team with a score of 4:2. In this match, young forward and the main hope of Canadian hockey, Connor Bedard, distinguished himself by participating in two of his team's goals, making a double in the third period, thereby enabling Canada to secure a challenging victory. Despite the match starting off evenly and the British putting up resistance, the Canadians managed to steer the match toward victory by the third period.Canada, being a world champion, regularly demonstrates high results at world championships, despite often not arriving with a full lineup of NHL stars. In the last 8 World Championship tournaments, the Canadians reached the finals 7 times and won the gold four times, underlining their ability to achieve success even with a roster modest in names. At the WC-2024, Canada brought in a tough lineup with players like Dylan Cozens, Jared McCann, Pierre-Luc Dubois and Connor Bedard, which gives reason to expect high results.At the initial stage of the tournament, despite the confident victory over the Great Britain, it was noticeable that the Canadians might have underestimated their opponent. This was especially evident in the first period, where the score was even, and in the third period, where the team allowed themselves to slow down their pace of play. However, Bedard's brilliant game and strategic advantage clinched the victory. The upcoming matches will show whether Canada can maintain its form and continue its path to defending the title. Head to Head The opponents have met 7 times in world championships and the Canadians have prevailed in 6 instances. However, last year Denmark sensationally beat Canada 3:2 in the group stage. Match prediction - Denmark vs Canada The Canadian roster does not suggest total dominance, especially against such a strong team as Denmark has been in recent years. Therefore, my prediction leans toward a handicap in favour of Denmark. I place the bet on Denmark's plus handicap.

12.05.2024

383

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Ice Hockey

World - Championships

Odds: 1.65Stake: 5/10

Slovakia and Kazakhstan will go head to head tomorrow in their second group stage match of the Hockey World Championship in the Czech Republic. Current form of the Slovakian national team The Slovakian national team does not consistently emerge as favourites in the World Hockey Championships and has shown variable results in recent tournaments. In the past few years, Slovakia has managed to make it to the play-offs twice out of three participations, however, both times their progress was halted by the formidable Finnish team. In the ongoing World Championship absent of players from the Kontinental Hockey League due to understandable circumstances, Slovakia relies on its representatives from European leagues and the National Hockey League. This novelty is particularly felt in the goalie position, where key figures like Spartak's Patrik Rybar and Torpedo's Adam Huska are absent.The debut match at the 2024 World Championship against Germany ended in disappointment for Slovakia with a 4:6 score. Despite a significant shot on goal advantage (39 to 22), the Slovak team could not hold their defence, allowing the Germans to capitalise and net six goals. Creditable performances were shown from Marek Hrivik and Juraj Slafkovsky, who tried to change the course of the game, but the Slovaks lacked the coordination to withstand the counterattacks of their opponent.In recent years, Slovakia has tried to improve its performance on the world stage, banking on young and talented players like Juraj Slafkovsky, the first pick of the 2022 NHL draft. Despite the unfortunate start to the 2024 World Championship, the team displays potential for strong play, especially in attack, thanks to the contribution of experienced NHL players. Current form of the Kazakh national team Team Kazakhstan got off to a successful start at the 2024 Hockey World Championship, securing a victory over Team France with a score of 3:1. In this match, the Kazakhs demonstrated resilience by recovering from an early goal conceded just 2 minutes into the game. However, the team quickly restored balance by scoring a goal, then securing a 2-goal advantage into the third period. Kirill Savitskiy added a goal and an assist.Despite not boasting a particularly strong roster compared to the leading hockey powers, the Kazakhstan team continues to surprise on the international stage. The team is rarely considered a serious contender to make it out of the group, but its successes in recent years, including wins against teams like Slovakia and Slovenia, show potential for surprises. The majority of the Kazakhstan team players represent the Kontinental Hockey League and the local championship, providing the team with good coordination and understanding of the game.This strong start to the tournament has enabled Team Kazakhstan to claim third place in group B with 3 points. Starting the World Championship with a victory, Kazakhstan shows that they are prepared to fight to maintain their position in the elite of world hockey, despite the absence of NHL representatives in their lineup. This start gives the team confidence in the upcoming games and the opportunity to continue battling for a place in the next stage of the tournament. Head-to-Head The past confrontations between Kazakhstan and Slovakia at the World Hockey Championships have yielded diverse results. In the most recent match in 2023, Kazakhstan claimed victory over Slovakia with a 4:3 shootout win. The previous year, Slovakia took revenge with the same 4:3 score. In 2012, Slovakia also triumphed with a 4:2 score. Moreover, in 2010, Slovakia demonstrated their superiority by thrashing Kazakhstan with a hefty 5:1 score. Match Prediction: Slovakia - Kazakhstan Kazakhstan should not lose dramatically to Slovakia, who are the clear favourites. Afterall, Kazakhstan has a well-coordinated core of KHL players and should be able to maintain a handicap of 3 goals.

12.05.2024

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Today the third quarter-final match of the 2023-2024 Stanley Cup playoffs launches, featuring rivals from the Western Conference. Night-time hockey enthusiasts anticipate a confrontation between Colorado and Dallas. Colorado Colorado's hockey players participated in 82 official matches of the 2023-2024 NHL regular season. Colorado has 82 played matches and 107 points to their credit, which allowed them to secure 4th place in the Western Conference standings. Throughout the 2023-2024 season, Colorado consistently stayed among the leaders of the Western Conference, even aspiring to win. Until the final matches, Colorado had aimed to triumph in the Western Conference, but ultimately fell short of adversaries. Having played 82 matches, Colorado secured 4th place, giving way to representatives from Vancouver, Winnipeg, and Dallas. Colorado wrapped up the regular championship just 6 points away from the top spot. In the first playoffs round of the 2023-2024 Stanley Cup, Colorado encountered Winnipeg and pulled off an upset. In their first series encounter, Colorado lost with a score of 7:6, then embarked on a victorious streak that continued into the quarterfinalsColorado secured 4 consecutive wins and booted Winnipeg out of the Stanley Cup running. In the second round, Colorado faced Dallas and the series score stands level. First, Colorado won with a score of 4:3, then succumbed with a two-goal disparity. Dallas The Dallas club played 82 official matches in the 2023-2024 NHL regular season. Dallas managed to rack up 113 points over 82 matches, which enabled them to capture 1st place in the Western Conference standings. The 2023-2024 season turned out to be a triumphant tournament for Dallas. Victory in the regular championship allowed Dallas to face what seemed like a weaker contender, but things didn't turn out that way. The "Stars" have been the strongest in the regular season and ended up facing Las Vegas in the 1/8 final. The champions of the 2023-2024 season played poorly in the regular championship and didn't expect anything serious against Dallasan almost shocking turn of events. Nevertheless, Dallas managed to take control and return to the game despite trailing 0:2. Over seven matches, Dallas was able to break Las Vegas' resistance and advance into the second round, where it only gets tougher. In their first face-off against Colorado, Dallas' hockey players tasted defeat in overtime, subsequently besting their rivals with a score of 5:3. Now, the series moves to Colorado's home turf. Head-to-Head Dallas and Colorado have met in 91 official matches. Colorado has come out on top in 51 matches, while Dallas has proven stronger in 40 matches. Prediction Colorado will win in overtime. Despite having a weaker line-up compared to their Dallas competitors, team spirit and defensive play will allow Colorado to gain the edge in the series. Colorado will hold out until overtime and score in a swift attack.

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Ice Hockey

NHL

Odds: 1.79Stake: 5/10

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11.05.2024

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Ice Hockey

World - Championships

Odds: 1.81Stake: 5/10

Today, the US and German national teams will play in the second round of the Ice Hockey World Championship in the Czech Republic. Current form of the USA team The USA team embarked on the World Championship 2024 on a sour note, taking a beating from Team Sweden with a scoreline of 2:5. Despite high expectations and a formidable line-up of players, the Americans couldn't assert dominance on the ice. Their opening encounter ended with the Swedes upsetting the Americans, piling two goals into an empty net in the final minute to push the USA to the bottom of Group B. The defeat was particularly bitter for Team USA, who haven't clinched gold at the World Championships since 1960 and have experienced setbacks in playoffs at recent tournaments. During the Sweden clash, the American team showed initiative mainly in the first line, while the rest of the players failed to live up to expectations. This gap in collective performance severely dent their chances of success. After the loss, the American team is looking to earn their first points in their next match against Germany. Coach John Hynes' squad is hopeful of turning the tide, starting with a win against less formidable opposition. Current form of Germany team The German team demonstrated impressive form during the last Ice Hockey World Championship, reaching the finals and earning silver medals. The encounter featured high scoring action with Team Germany pulling ahead with effective plays in the second and third periods. After their amazing final run last year, where they started with three defeats but remarkably overcame Switzerland in the quarterfinals and the USA in the semifinals before conceding the final match 2:5 against Canada, expectations are high for this team. Leon Draisaitl from Edmonton Oilers will reinforce the team once he can join after the conclusion of the NHL club season, although it's uncertain if he'd be available during the group stage due to the Oilers' potential playoff run. In this championship, Germany continues to exhibit its competitiveness. An important subsequent challenge will be the match against Team USA, where the Germans aim to showcase their strengths and consolidate their group position with ambitions of securing a playoff spot and reliving last year's success. Head to head encounters In May 2023, the teams faced each other twice during the World Championship. The last match on 27 May ended with a victory for Germany in the overtime with a score of 4:3, and in 15 May, USA tasted success with a score of 3:2 against Germany. At the 2022 Winter Olympics in February, USA marginally claimed a 3:2 win. In June 2021, during the World Championship, the Americans asserted their supremacy with a 6:1 thrashing that marked one of the significant losses for the German team. Match Prediction - USA vs Germany Traditionally, the Americans have started off weakly, but their attacking prowess is warming up, while Germany is no longer perceived as an easy target. I anticipate a thrilling match with a total over of 5.5 goals. I don't envision the USA winning easily, Germany is expected to score 1-2 goals without a doubt.

11.05.2024

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Ice Hockey

World - Championships

1st period Under (1.5)

Odds: 1.87Stake: 5/10

Switzerland and the Czech Republic are set to play in the second round of the Ice Hockey World Championship in the Czech Republic today. Current form of Norway's National Team Norway's national team commenced their performance at the Ice Hockey World Championship with a match against the Swiss team, which proved to be a significant test for the Norwegians. The first period of the game ended in a stalemate with an equal score for both teams. However, the second period witnessed Switzerland demonstrating their prowess by scoring three goals, thereby deciding the match's outcome. The game ended in defeat for Norway with a score of 2:5, where Patrick Thoresen claimed two successful points (a goal and a pass). This match exposed severe weaknesses in the Norwegian's defence, especially during the second period, which became the team's main problem not only in this match but also in previous friendly games. In the past month leading up to the championship, Norway has also faced other difficulties, including a defeat from Latvia with a score of 0:8 in a control match which emphasised the team's weaknesses. Despite these difficulties, positive results were also showcased by the team securing victories over Denmark with scores 4:3 and 2:1, and narrowly won over Latvia with a score of 1:0 in another match. Current form of Czech Republic's National Team At the 2024 Ice Hockey World Championship hosted by them, the Czech national team started their performance with a tense game against Finland, clinched by the Czechs in a penalty shootout with a final score of 1:0. During regular time and overtime, both teams demonstrated excellent defensive play, allowing no goals despite 21 shots on goal, but also weren't able to score from their 27 shots. In the final series of penalty shootouts, the Czechs converted two attempts out of four, while the Finns couldn't outplay the Czech Republic's goalkeeper even once. The Czech national team is hosting the Championship and is considered one of the tournament's favourites due to a strong lineup. This blend of experience and skill sets a promising ground for the successful performance of the Czechs in upcoming tournament matches. Head-to-head Meetings In recent matches between the national teams of Norway and the Czech Republic at the Ice Hockey World Championship, the Czech team dominated, winning each and every match. The most recent game between these teams took place on May 20th, 2023, where the Czech Republic won with a score of 2:0. A year before that, the Czechs also prevailed with a score of 4:1.Another encounter took place on May 11th, 2019, in which the Czech Republic achieved a convincing victory with a crushing score of 7:2. In 2017, the Czech Republic winning in overtime with a minimal advantage of 1:0. Prediction for the Norway - Czech Republic Match The Czechs demonstrated in the first round yesterday that they are capable of forming a strong defence. The Norwegians had a poor start in their first match, and it seems unlikely that they will put up an excellent performance in the attack. I expect TU 5.5 - a victory for the Czech Republic with a score of 3:0 or 4:1 will be quite satisfactory.

11.05.2024

389

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Ice Hockey

World - Championships

Odds: 1.78Stake: 5/10

The national teams of Austria and Denmark are set for today's clash in the first round of the group stage at the Ice Hockey World Championships in the Czech Republic. Current form of the Austrian team The Austrian team continues to compete in the highest division of the World Hockey Championship, facing significant challenges to maintain their spot in the elite sector. Last year, the team gathered only three points, finishing 7th in Group A. A key point that saved the Austrians from relegation was a victorious performance in the defining match against Hungary, ending in a 4:3 victory in a shootout. Thus, Austria just slightly surpassed Hungary, who also accumulated three points but was expelled from the tournament following the loss in the head-to-head match. In the current championship in the Czech Republic, the main scoring hopes rest on Minnesota Wild forward Marco Rossi. In the current NHL season, he has collected 40 points in 82 games, demonstrating high productivity. His game will be a vital cog in Austrias approach, as the attack strategy is planned around his actions. ![Marco Rossi](https://vprognoze.ru/uploads/posts/2024-05/medium/fed5b2b6fee3a5154f4e22f0ed360b90.webp "Marco Rossi") Austria's results at the last championship left room for improvement, the team suffered four losses in the last five games, including defeats from Czech Republic by scores of 1:5 and 2:3, Germany 2:4 and Canada - 1:5. The only success was a 2:1 win over Germany. The combined score of pucks scored and conceded was 11:27, which underscores the team's challenges in both defense and offense. Current form of the Danish team At last year's Ice Hockey World Championships, the Danish team completed their group stages in the 5th position in Group A, earning eight points. The Danes played seven matches in which they netted 19 goals and conceded 26. The squad managed to secure three victories, including a robust win against Austria with a score of 6:2, and two wins against Norway and Poland, both with a 3:1 margin. However, the Danes also suffered three losses to Norway with scores of 2:3, 3:4 and 1:2. Fischtown Pinguins' AHL player Phillip Bruggisser has been one of the key players at this tournament, accumulating 37 points in the current season. Another significant player is Alexander True, who had a season in the American Hockey League with Charlotte, where he tallied 19 points. The team also lost their last four games at the World Championship in regulation time, indicating some difficulties in their play. ![Danish team](https://vprognoze.ru/uploads/posts/2024-05/medium/31a4936e32a17a422f18ef23a7979ca6.webp "Danish team") The Danish national team is comprised of experienced players, many of whom are over 30, including veterans like Morten Poulsen, Frederik Storm, Oliver Lauridsen and Nicklas Jensen. They remain serious competitors on the international scene. This experience helps the Danish team to keep afloat in the top division and occasionally put up a substantial fight against tournament leaders. Head-to-head Of the last five head-to-head clashes, the Austrians have surprisingly pulled off three victories, two of them in regular time - 3:1 at the Deutschland Cup and 3:0 in a friendly match. Denmark was stronger in the last two matches, 6:2 at the 2023 World Championships and 6:1 at the Cup. Predictions for the Austria - Denmark match In terms of line-up, Denmark undoubtedly holds an advantage, and it is unlikely they will encounter many difficulties, as the Austrians are considerably lagging behind middle-tier teams of the first division.

11.05.2024

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Ice Hockey

World - Championships

Odds: 1.69Stake: 5/10

The teams of Poland and Latvia will clash today as part of the group stage of the Hockey World Championship in the Czech Republic. Current form of Team Poland Team Poland is making a comeback to the elite division of the World Hockey Championship for the first time since 2002, showing a significant improvement in their game. Last year, the Poles took first place in Group B of the first division, which allowed them to rise to the premier level of competition. However, the transition to the higher division proved challenging, as the team started with two victories over Hungary with scores of 5:2 and 6:2, but then ensued a series of six defeats in warm-up matches, underlining the difficulty of adaptation to the level of the strongest teams.In the current line-up, standout players include Filip Komorski of Tychy, who has garnered 32 points in 34 matches this season, and Maciej Urbanowicz of Jastrzębie, who chalked up 28 scoring plays. These players form the backbone of the team's offensive potential at the World Championship. Despite the high level of play of key hockey players, Poland remains the main contender for expulsion from the elite division, considering the recent results, including defeats in friendly matches with scores 1:3 against Denmark, as well as 1:3 and 1:2 in shootouts against the UK.The team's current challenge is to make a mark in the upcoming matches against leading international teams. The first major test for Robert Kalaber's squad will be a face-off against Latvia where the Polish team will strive to score necessary points and hold off the adversary. This will be a crucial step towards retaining their place in the top flight and changing their World Championship track record. Current form of Team Latvia Team Latvia continues to showcase progress on the international stage following a sensational performance at last year's World Championship, where they not only reached the playoffs but also bagged bronze medals by defeating Team USA with a score of 4:3 in the third-place match. This year, despite preparation difficulties, the team is striving to maintain their high level. In a series of 8 friendlies leading up to the championship, Latvia managed only three victories, including an 8:0 score over Norway, but also suffered five losses, highlighting the importance of further game improvement.For the current World Championship, coach Harijs Vitolins brought a squad primarily composed of experienced players - Rihards Bukarts and former KHL player Kaspars Daugavins. Bukarts has chalked up 11 points in 18 games for Vitkovice this season, while Daugavins, for Dukla, has 54 points in 47 matches, making them key figures in the national team's offence. NHL'S goaltender Elvis Merzlikins is the single representative of the world's best league and plays a crucial role in the team's defence.Team Latvia's first group stage match will be an important test, as they are aiming not only to preserve their elite status but also to repeat last year's success. Everyone's waiting for their confident performance in the Czech Republic Championship, where every match could shape the outcome of their tournament bid. Head-to-Head Over the last 15 years, the teams met only twice, in 2023 friendly matches, Poland was stronger in the first match with a score of 5:3 while Latvia won 2:0 in the second match. Match Prediction: Poland vs Latvia Poland appears as the main outsiders of the World Championship, and over the last 6 matches, they have never scored more than one goal - hence, I am placing a bet on their individual total under 1.5.

11.05.2024

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Ice Hockey

World - Championships

Odds: 1.92Stake: 5/10

The puck drops in the upcoming match for the first game day of the Ice Hockey World Championship in the Czech Republic. Fans of global ice hockey can look forward to an exciting face-off between the national teams of the Czech Republic and Finland. Czech Republic The Czech team's player roster always includes strong contenders for the trophy. Over the last few years the performance of the Czech team has been less than consistent despite boasting a good line-up. The team managed to clear the table minimum by reaching the quarterfinals in 2023, but fell short of progressing further. Their fourth place in the group pitted them against USA, which led to a routing. The American team decimated the Czech team, eliminating them in the quarterfinal stage. The Czech team initiated the main stage of their preparation for the start of the World Championships in April. In a short span of time, the Czech team played numerous matches, participating in 9 meetings. If in April, the Czech team beat all its opponents, representing Germany, Austria and Slovakia. In the last three matches, the Czech team faced Switzerland, Sweden and Finland, however, the outcome was far from favourable. In all these matches the Czech squad lost with an overall score of 2:8. The team has experienced players, albeit not particularly star-studded. Most of the players participate in European leagues, with Pastrňk set to join the World Championships if Boston gets knocked out of the Stanley Cup. Finland The team from Finland is a potential contender for the win in the 2024 World Championship. Being the current Olympic Champions, they have not always performed brilliantly, as evident from the previous World Championship held in Finland and Latvia. The Finnish team came in third in the group stage, falling behind rivals from Sweden and USA. In the quarterfinal match, Finland fought against Canada and were defeated with a score of 4:1. Thus, the host nation faltered in the World Championship, getting knocked out in the quarterfinal stage itself. The Finnish team began their World Championship preparation in February, playing European matches against teams from Sweden, the Czech Republic, and Switzerland. April and May saw them in more serious preparation with matches against a broader range of opponents. Out of six matches against Latvia and Sweden, the Finnish players only lost once. At the Czech games, the Finnish team had a successful run, obtaining three straight wins. The current Finnish team lacks NHL stars, but has plenty of experienced players from domestic leagues. Head to head The Czech Republic and Finland have faced each other in 72 matches so far. Finland holds 38 wins while the Czech Republic has triumphed in 34 matches. Total Bet Prediction The individual total for the Czech Republic should be over 2 goals. Prediction The Czech Republic will win in regulation time. The home advantage of the World Championship and the desire to make up for the loss that occurred on May 2nd will likely drive the Czech team, who faltered in the previous competition, to victory. The current team is stronger and more balanced, with arrival of NHL stars in the pipeline.

10.05.2024

379

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Ice Hockey

NHL

Odds: 1.61Stake: 5/10

The Florida Panthers and Boston Bruins are set to contest the second match of the NHL Eastern Conference's second round series. Florida Panthers The Florida Panthers are struggling in the current playoffs following a successful first round, where the team scored an average of 4 goals per game and conceded just 2.8. In their first match against Boston, their defence significantly weakened, conceding 5 goals in the last two periods (a 1:5 defeat). In the last game against Boston Bruins, the Panthers' defence was unable to withstand the opponent's onslaught, conceding 3 goals in the second period and 2 in the third. Goalkeeper Sergei Bobrovsky, who deflected 24 of 28 throws, was unable to become a reliable support for the team. In the attack, Matthew Tkachuk stands out among the Panthers' players, scoring 4 goals and making 6 productive assists in the postseason, including extending his 6 game scoring streak. Brandon Montour and Niko Mikkola led the defence, but failed to protect the goal from the opponent, giving the Bruins numerous opportunities to throw at the goal. Sergei Bobrovsky, despite his 35 years and experience, is facing difficulties this season, but expectations remain high. The upcoming games will be decisive for the goalkeeper and the entire team to demonstrate their potential to redeem themselves in the series. Boston Bruins The Boston Bruins are showing impressive results on the road. They started the playoffs with a 5:1 victory over the Florida Panthers shortly after triumphing in the seventh game against the Toronto Maple Leafs. With only one day rest between games, the Bruins showed high productivity, scoring 5 goals against Florida away in the first game. In the second period of this game, the team scored three goals, which was key to victory. Goalkeeper Jeremy Swayman deflected 38 of 39 throws, confirming his reputation as a reliable goalkeeper. His playoff stats are impressive: 5 wins and 2 defeats with a save percentage of 95.5% and a GAA of 1.42. The Bruins' offence, which ranked 12th in the regular season, and their defence, which ranked 6th, fully demonstrated their abilities. The defenders also made a significant contribution to the team's success. Brandon Carlo and Mason LoRey not only provided reliable defence, but also actively participated in attacking actions. Carlo scored one goal and assisted on a goal to David Pastrnak, who executed it in overtime, securing a 2:1 victory over the Maple Leafs in the first round. LoRey also scored a goal and an assist. Match Prediction: Florida Panthers vs Boston Bruins Florida must take the second home match travelling to Boston 2-0 down in the series is a clear sign of defeat. In the first match, despite outshooting their opponents, the Panthers failed to capitalise on their chances. Bobrovsky is more than capable of reverting to his usual quality of play and single-handedly nullifying the threat posed by Marchand and his team. I'm betting on Florida.

08.05.2024

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