In the world of ice hockey, this is probably a battle similar to that of Brazil vs Argentina in soccer. Probably the two greatest teams of the sport are meeting each other on Feb 21 at 1:00 GMT. Along with Sweden and Finland, they make this year’s 4-nations face off. This is the return match of the one carried out on Feb 16 where the Americans defeated the Canadians by 3-1.
Leading the table
Both sides count one loss each in the previous 3 matches they played for the tournament. We already mentioned the defeat of the visitors. The United States lost to Sweden 2-1. However, the Scandinavians already count 2 losses, hence, it’s the two teams that we are discussing today that lead the table. The Americans are first on 6 points and a +6 average, while their opponents are second with 5 points and a +1 average.
Should the USA achieve a second victory over the opposition, they will put some gap in the distance and make things easier for them to win the tournament. Consequently, the visitors must do whatever they can to reverse the impetus and emerge victorious from this one. Taking into account that both Sweden and Finland have already dropped way back in the race, in all likelihood, if it is the USA then they will probably win the title. On the other hand, if it’s the Canadians we will have a race until the end with 2 horses in close competition.
Even money on the winner
As strange as it may sound both sides are offered the same price @1.96. For those who want even the slightest detail it’s @1.961 for USA and @1.960 for Canada. Taking under consideration that:
1) The points for the Americans are «clean» (meaning no OTWs, OTLs, WPs, etc…)
2) Canada count 1 OTW, 1 W(O/P) and a clean loss
3) There is no clear home field advantage as the players of both play at the same league
if you go open an account at the best betting software, we will propose placing a bet for the hosts to win. The chances of success are 2% higher (51% USA – 49% Canada).
