Switzerland vs Germany Prediction and Betting Tips

In the second quarter-final clash of the ongoing 2024 Ice Hockey World Championship in the Czech Republic, Switzerland will square off against Germany. The game is scheduled for Thursday, May 23, kicking off at 16:20 Central European Time. 24hscore experts have formulated a forecast for this highly anticipated encounter.

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Switzerland

Securing the second spot in Group A, Switzerland showcased remarkable hockey prowess during the group stage. They demonstrated adaptability in their gameplay, seamlessly transitioning between dominating from a position of strength and playing a counter-attacking game. Their defensive solidity was evident as they conceded only 12 goals, the fewest in the tournament while netting 29 goals, the fourth-highest tally. Switzerland’s lone defeat came against Canada, with a narrow 2-3 scoreline, highlighting a discipline lapse in that particular match.

Germany

As the reigning World Championship runners-up from 2023, Germany has maintained their competitive edge in this year’s tournament. Despite encountering two defeats against tournament favorites Sweden and the USA, Germany’s overall performance has been commendable. They clinched victories in all other group stage matches, boasting one of the tournament’s most potent attacks with 34 goals scored. However, their style of play also resulted in conceding the most goals among playoff-bound teams, totaling 24 goals against them. This dynamic approach underscores Germany’s entertaining style, characterized by both scoring and conceding freely.

Interesting Facts and Head-to-Head History

In the previous World Championship, Germany emerged victorious over Switzerland in the quarter-finals with a score of 3-1.
Germany enters the quarter-finals on a high note, securing four consecutive regulation-time victories.
Switzerland, on the other hand, boasts an impressive record, winning eight of their last nine matches.
Switzerland has consistently scored at least two goals in their last eight games, while Germany has achieved the same feat in four matches.

Switzerland vs Germany Prediction

The clash between Switzerland and Germany promises to be a closely contested affair, with both teams exhibiting competitive strength. However, Switzerland’s composed and mature style of play observed throughout the tournament gives them a slight edge. While Germany’s entertaining gameplay is captivating, such teams often face challenges in the playoffs. Therefore, placing a bet on Switzerland to win at odds of 1.49 appears to be a prudent choice.