Roster Rundown
Sweden's squad brings a blend of talent and skill to the ice, most notably with their forward line. Emma Nordin, a player known for her speed and agility, has racked up 15 points in the last 10 games, really crashin' the net and causing chaos for defenders. Alongside her, Pernilla Winberg, who’s dished out 8 assists, acts as the playmaker with her precise passng. On defense, Johanna Olofsson stands tall, having blocked 25 shots this season while showcasing her ability to read plays and intercept well. In the crease, goaltender Sara Grahn, sporting a save percentage of .925, provides reliable last-line security. Notably absent are Lisa Johansson and Elin Lundberg, both sidelined due to injuries, which could leave gaps in their depth.
For Germany, look to their star performer Laura Kluge, who’s buried 10 goals this season, cementing her role as a key offensive threat. Katharina Naeslind has been pivotal, assisting on 12 goals, her vision on the ice is unmatched. Jennifer Harss, guarding the pipes, boasts a commendable .918 save percentage, often bailing her team out in tight spots. Meanwhile, Tanja Eisenschmid leads from the blue line, having logged the most minutes and maintaining a plus/minus of +10. Missing from the lineup are Marie Delarbre and Julia Zorn, crucial components of their offensive unit, potentially impacting their scoring depth.
Head-to-Head
Sweden 3-2
Germany W [12 March 2024]
Germany W 2-1
Sweden [7 April 2023]
Sweden 4-1
Germany W [10 April 2022]
Recent Form
Sweden's last five:
- Win against Denmark W (5-0)
- Win against Netherlands W (8-0)
- Win against Norway Women (3-0)
- Win against Czech Republic W (3-0)
- Loss against Canada W (1-2)
Germany's last five:
- Win against Hungary W (2-1)
- Win against Slovakia W (6-1)
- Win against Austria W (2-0)
- Win against Hungary W (3-1)
- Win against Slovakia W (2-1)
Wrap-Up
When you stack up these two squads,
Sweden’s formidable offense, driven by players like Emma Nordin and Pernilla Winberg, seems ready to deliver. Their recent run, blemished only by a tight loss to Canada, reflects their strong form. Meanwhile, Germany, riding a five-game winning streak, shows resilience and consistency, thanks largely to Laura Kluge's scoring prowess and Jennifer Harss's goaltending. Both teams miss key players, but their depth might fill the voids.
Summary
This matchup promises to be a thrilling contest, with
Sweden looking to extend their dominance, having won eight of the last thirteen encounters. Their recent offensive fireworks suggest they could outgun Germany, yet with Harss between the pipes,
Germany won't be easy to break down. The Swedes' stellar form and offensive depth might just give them the edge in this World Championship clash.
Match Odds Sweden – Germany W
Leon's odds are 1.36 on Sweden triumphing on their territory.
At this moment our odds are equal to 7.2 on Germany W visiting team's winning.
Draw odds are 6.
