The Matchday 3 encounter in Group B of the 2025 World Ice Hockey Championship between Norway and the Czech Republic will take place on May 11 at the Jyske Bank Boxen Arena in Herning. Norway vs. Czech Republic: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Norway
On the second matchday, Norway suffered a 1-2 defeat against Kazakhstan. The sole goal for Norway was scored by defenseman Johannes Johannessen. Notably, Norway had more shots on target (31) than their opponent in the previous match. Historically, Norway has never reached the podium in the World Championship.
- No more than five goals have been scored in regular time in 5 of Norway's last 6 World Championship matches.
- The team has lost after three periods in 7 of their last 9 games in this tournament.
- Norway has conceded at least two goals in their last four World Championship games over 60 minutes.
Czech Republic
The Czech Republic won their opening match against Switzerland 5-4 in overtime. Forward Roman Cervenka stood out by providing two assists and scoring the game-winning goal. Last year, the Czech Republic reached the podium for the first time in 14 years.
In the 21st century, the Czech Republic has won medals eight times (4 gold, 1 silver, 3 bronze).
- The Czech Republic has won in regular time in 6 of their last 8 World Championship games.
- The team has not conceded more than three goals in 60 minutes in 6 of their last 7 games in this tournament.
- No more than six goals have been scored in regular time in 5 of the Czech Republic's last 7 World Championship matches.
Norway vs. Czech Republic: Match Prediction
In the upcoming match, I see the Czech Republic as the absolute favorite. Norway is unlikely to pose a significant challenge to their opponent. The Norwegians have struggled with offensive execution, failing to score more than two goals in regular time in 5 of their last 6 World Championship games. Additionally, since 2012, Norway has not defeated the Czech Republic in regular time at the World Championship.
The Czech Republic is focused solely on victory in the upcoming game. The team exploits their opponent's weaknesses and efficiently executes sharp attacks, scoring at least four goals in 6 of their last 8 World Championship matches over 60 minutes. The head-to-head statistics should also boost their confidence: the team has won by at least a two-goal margin in 5 of their last 7 encounters in this tournament in regular time.
I believe the Czech Republic will delight their fans with a convincing victory. My prediction: Czech Republic to win with a handicap (-2)
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