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USA vs. Czech Republic: World Youth Championship Match Prediction
The USA and Czech teams will play in the second semi-final of the World Junior Ice Hockey Championship. On the way to this stage, the Americans easily dealt with Switzerland, which is inferior in class, and the Czechs got past the powerful Canadian team. Which of these teams will win on January 5 and advance to the tournament final? The answer is in our forecast.
Command Analysis
USA U20
USACurrent form
After the elimination of Team Canada, the Americans became the main favorites in the fight for the champion title. Team USA dominated almost every match of the tournament. In the group stage, they managed to beat Germany (10:4) and Latvia (5:1) and also won a confident victory over the tournament host, Canada (4:1). The only misfire happened in the match with Finland, which was lost in overtime with a final score of 3:4. Nevertheless, the defeat did not prevent them from taking first place in the group.
In the quarterfinals, the opponents were a clear underdog in the form of the Swiss team. There was no miracle in this match - the favorite steamrolled the Swiss, winning with a score of 7:2.
Interesting trends for betting
- The Americans have never scored less than three goals in a game at this tournament.
- The US team has never lost a first period at the World Championships.
Czech Republic U20
Czech RepublicCurrent form
The Czech team failed to secure first place in the group, losing to Sweden. It was the Scandinavians who gave Patrick Augusta team their first defeat in the tournament - the Swedes won with a score of 4:2. In the first rounds of the group stage, the Czech team easily dealt with Switzerland (5:1), Kazakhstan (14:2) and Slovakia (4:2).
Already in the quarterfinals, the Czechs had to face one of the main favorites of the tournament. However, the European team was not afraid of the Canadians and managed to knock the hosts out of the tournament. The Czech team won with a score of 4:3, scoring the decisive goal 40 seconds before the end of the third period.
Interesting trends for betting
- The team has never lost the first period in this tournament.
- The Czech Republic has won four of its five championship matches.
Trends
Bet 1st period: total over 1.5 goals
This bet has played in three of the Czech Republic last four matches
1.63Bet 3rd period: draw
The bet has played in three of the last five matches between the teams
3.50Tip and bets
The US team is the current trophy holder and is looking to keep the title in their possession. A strong lineup helps the Americans dominate almost every match - all of their victories in the tournament have been won by at least three goals. The Czech Republic is taking its toll thanks to its organized play, but it is unlikely that the Czechs have the strength for another sensation after their victory over the Canadians. We believe that the States will reach the final, and the Czech team will fight for third place.
Our forecast is Asian handicap (-1.5) on USA for 1.68
Bet on total
Throughout the tournament, both teams showed spectacular hockey, delighting the spectators with high scoring. Most likely, in the semi-finals, the opponents will again rely on attacking actions and identify the strongest in an open confrontation. We believe that there will be no shortage of goals scored here.
Our prediction is total over 6.5 goals for 2.10
Bet on individual total
The US team has a number of talented forwards who have proven their ability to convert scoring opportunities masterfully. The Czech team will likely not be able to withstand the onslaught of their opponents.
Our prediction is individual total of USA over 3.5 goals for 1.58
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