Finland vs Denmark prediction and betting tips - May 20, 2024

Prediction on game Finland Total over 3,5

Odds: 1.63

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4.92

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On Monday, May 20, a World Championship hockey match between Finland and Denmark will take place, commencing at 20:20 Central European Time. Dailysports experts have prepared a forecast for this encounter.

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Finland

The Finns have yet to secure their place in the World Championship playoffs. In their first game, they lost to the Czech Republic in a shootout, 0-1. However, Finland subsequently demolished Great Britain 8-0 and Norway 4-1. These two victories remain their only ones, as they lost their next two matches against Austria, conceding a goal in the final seconds.

In their most recent game, the Finns faced Canada and suffered a 3-5 defeat. Finland has two more matches to play in the World Championship, against Denmark and Switzerland. After five matches, the Finns have accumulated seven points, holding the fourth position, just one point ahead of their closest rival.

Denmark

The Danes remain contenders for the playoffs. They convincingly defeated Austria 5-1 in their first game, but failed to secure any wins in the next three matches: a 1-5 loss to Canada, a 0-2 loss to Norway, and a 4-7 loss to the Czech Republic. They earned a crucial victory against Great Britain, winning 4-3. However, in their most recent game, they were routed by Switzerland, 0-8. Thus, the Danes have six points, trailing Finland, who hold the fourth place, by just one point. Importantly, Finland has one game in hand.

Interesting facts and head-to-head history

• In their previous head-to-head encounter, Denmark lost to Finland 1-7.
• Denmark has conceded more than 2 goals in 7 of their last 9 matches. The Danish team has been defeated in regulation time in 7 of their last 9 matches.
• Denmark has not won in regulation time in 7 of their last 9 matches.

Finland vs Denmark prediction

Denmark will undoubtedly aim to reach the playoffs, but Finland clearly boasts a superior roster and structure. My bet is on Finland's individual total over 3.5 goals, with odds of 1.63.

Prediction on game Finland Total over 3,5

Odds: 1.63

Bonus up to $130/€100

4.92

Bet now