Roster Rundown
Switzerland's lineup for the upcoming friendly against
Slovakia is packed with talent. Calvin Thurkauf is a standout with his knack for finding the back of the net, having racked up 20 goals this season. Sven Andrighetto, another key player, has been a dynamic force with 15 assists, often setting up his teammates brilliantly. Dario Simion adds depth to the offense, with a solid 12-goal tally. On defense, Dean Kukan provides stability and experience, consistently thwarting opposing attacks. Notably absent, though, are Denis Malgin and Damien Riat, both sidelined due to injuries. Their absence might leave a gap in the Swiss offensive strategies.
Slovakia, on the other hand, is bringing in the big guns. Tomas Tatar, with 22 goals this season, is a constant threat on the ice. Martin Fehervary anchors the defense with his aggressive playing style, while Marek Hrivik is invaluable for his playmaking abilities, boasting 18 assists. The young sensation Juraj Slafkovsky has been turning heads with his speed and skill.
Slovakia will miss the presence of Milos Kelemen and Pavol Regenda, both crucial in their recent victories but currently not available.
Head-to-Head
In their storied history,
Switzerland and
Slovakia have faced off 36 times.
Switzerland holds a slight edge with 18 wins, while
Slovakia has claimed victory 16 times. With only 2 draws, these matches have always been competitive and closely contested. Their encounters are usually a spectacle, with both teams showing grit and determination on the ice.
Recent Form
Switzerland's recent form has been inconsistent. They suffered a 0-3 defeat to Czech Republic, bounced back with a 2-1 win against Sweden, but then fell short in a 0-1 loss to Finland. They managed a narrow 1-0 victory in a rematch against Finland, yet stumbled again with a 0-2 loss to Czech Republic.
Slovakia, contrastingly, is on a roll. They've been dominating their recent games, starting with a 3-1 win against Germany, followed by a commanding 4-0 victory in the rematch. They overcame Norway 3-1 and edged past Denmark 3-2. Their latest triumph, a 6-2 win against Germany, marks them as a team in formidable form.
Wrap-Up
With
Switzerland struggling to find consistency in their recent games and
Slovakia riding a wave of victories, the upcoming friendly promises a fascinating matchup.
Switzerland's offensive lineup, despite missing key players, has the potential to break
Slovakia's defense.
Slovakia, however, brings a formidable attacking force to the ice, led by the likes of Tatar and Slafkovsky. Both teams will need to capitalize on their chances, and with their head-to-head record almost evenly split, it's anyone's game.
Summary
This friendly match between
Switzerland and
Slovakia is shaping up to be a thrilling encounter.
Switzerland, aiming to regain their form, will rely on Thurkauf and Andrighetto to deliver offensively.
Slovakia, with Tatar leading their charge, looks to extend their winning streak. Given
Slovakia's current momentum and
Switzerland's patchy form,
Slovakia might just edge this one. But in hockey, you never know—
Switzerland's got the talent to surprise. Keep an eye on the ice.
Match Odds Switzerland – Slovakia
Leon's odds are 1.53 on Switzerland winning on their territory.
At this moment our odds are equal to 5.2 on Slovakia visiting team's winning.
Draw odds are 5.2.
