USA vs Hungary: prediction, facts, betting tips and head-to-head – May 25, 2026
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In the group stage of the 2026 World Championship, we are set for a clash between the United States and Hungary. The game will take place on Monday, May 25, with puck drop scheduled for 16:20 CET, and here is my betting pick for the matchup.
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USA vs Hungary: match preview
The United States are currently in a critical position as they battle to stay in contention for a place in the World Championship playoffs. The defending champions have been far from convincing so far and could ultimately miss out on the knockout stage altogether.
They have lost three of their last five games, falling 3-1 to Switzerland, suffering a heavy 6-2 defeat against Finland, and then losing 4-2 to Latvia. Their only victories came in a 5-1 win over Great Britain and a shootout triumph over Germany.
That leaves them with five points from five games, two behind the fourth-place team. As a result, they must win both of their remaining matches and hope their direct rivals slip up.
Hungary sit lower in the standings with three points after five rounds and remain locked in the battle for survival in the top division of the World Championship. Their emphatic 5-0 victory over Great Britain lifted them into seventh place and significantly boosted their chances of avoiding relegation.
They still have crucial fixtures ahead against the United States and Latvia. Great Britain also face difficult matchups against Latvia and Germany, so Hungary will be hoping those results go in their favour.
Match facts and head-to-head
- The United States have won twice and lost twice in their last four matches.
- Hungary have managed just one win in their last ten games, losing the other nine.
- The United States have conceded at least three goals in each of their last three matches.
- The United States crushed Hungary 6-0 in their last head-to-head meeting.
Prediction
The Americans need not only a victory but a convincing one. They are expected to do everything possible to get the job done in dominant fashion. My pick for this game is the United States team total over 4.5 goals.
