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
Statistics
6
Shots on goal
11
0%
Power play
25%
4
Penalty shoot-out
2
8
Penalty minutes
4
◆ 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.
Under 5.51.87
No clear favorite
Three CheckLive metrics
CheckForm
47
54
CheckSkill
33
45
CheckMental
66
48
CheckLive total44.5 vs 48.8+4.3
Expected goals
< 5.5
goals · low-scoring match
More match signals
Away win — Slovakia50%1.15
Draw or Slovakia54%
Both teams to score — No50%
Today's market odds.
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
| Bookmaker | 1 | 2 |
|---|---|---|