Italy vs Slovakia Hockey Prediction & Stats
Questions & Answers
Who won the Italy vs Slovakia game?
Slovakia won 4-1.
What was the final score of Italy vs Slovakia?
Italy 1 : 4 Slovakia.
What was the period-by-period score of Italy vs Slovakia?
By period: 0:1, 0:1, 1:2.
1st period0 - 1
2nd period0 - 1
- 22
- 30G. Nitz
- 37M. Frycklund
- 40J. Viliam Kmec
3rd period1 - 2
- 46G. Nitz(C. Buono)
- 57
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Statistics
6
Shots on goal
11
0%
Power play
25%
4
Penalty shoot-out
2
8
Penalty minutes
4
Player statistics are not available for this team.
◆ CheckLive verdict
Evenly matched
CheckLive's preview leans narrowly toward Italy, powered by a clear mental-edge advantage rather than overwhelming form or skill. Slovakia carry sharper recent results and technical quality, but tournament openers reward composure. Expect a tense, low-scoring affair where the Azzurri's big-match temperament could prove decisive.
Slovakia to win · including OT & shootout
No clear favorite
Three CheckLive metrics
CheckForm
47
54
CheckSkill
33
45
CheckMental
66
48
CheckLive total44.5 vs 48.8+4.3
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win the Italy vs Slovakia match?
Italy are slight favourites thanks to their tournament experience and mental composure. Slovakia have sharper recent form, so a close match is expected. CheckLive's analysis gives Italy a narrow 52% edge, but an upset is possible.
Who has better form ahead of this World Championship opener?
Slovakia hold the better recent form with a 54 rating against Italy's 47. Italy have been inconsistent, while Slovakia arrive with steadier momentum. That form advantage makes Slovakia a dangerous opponent.
Will both teams score in this match?
Italy's mental strength could produce a clean sheet, but Slovakia's technical quality and pressing suggest they can find the net. Both sides have attacking threats, so BTTS is a live possibility in a tight tournament opener.

Italy

Slovakia
Odds
| 1 | 2 |
|---|---|
| 5.75 | 1.15 |