Match Info
WCH U20Date: 31 December 2025, WednesdayLocation: 3M Arena at Mariucci (Minneapolis, MN)Where to Watch on TV: | |
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Canada | RDS App, RDS, TSN 1, TSN+ |
Czech-republic | CT sport, Oneplay |
Finland | HBO Max, TV5 |
Latvia | TV6 |
Sweden | SVT Play |
Usa | NHL Network |
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Czech Republic U20 |
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Latvia U20 |
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1 |
X |
2 |
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1.12 |
9 |
14 |
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1.15 |
9.2 |
11.5 |
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1.19 |
7.3 |
11.39 |
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1.18 |
8.6 |
10.5 |
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1.16 |
9 |
11 |
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Avarage Now (Initially) |
1.16 ↓ (1.24) |
8.62 ↑ (5.6) |
11.68 ↑ (7.4) |
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- The most likely Over/Under: 6.25
- The best margin for this event is 5.9%, offered by

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Czech Republic U20 81% | Draw 10.9% | Latvia U20 8.1% |
Initial Probability
(when we started the analysis)
Analysis of Changes in Winning Probabilities:
Czech Republic U20 has improved its chances compared to the initial analysis. (+9%)Note: This is a significant improvement in prediction, suggesting increased confidence in Czech Republic U20's performance.Latvia U20 has seen a decrease in its chances compared to the initial analysis. (-4%)Czech Republic U20 - Latvia U20 Predictions
Over/Under & Asian Handicap Predictions by Selected Experts:- O/U 6.5, OT - under (votes: 1 - 100%) .
Expected Score (Market Odds): 4:1 
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Lineups
| Line 1 |
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1. Marik M. (G) Ceske Budejovice
| 30. Kufterins I. (G) Kamloops Blazers
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5. Jiricek A. (A) St. Louis Blues
| 23. Smits A. (A) Jukurit
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7. Fibigr J. (A) Brampton Steelheads
| 10. Cjunskis H. Brooks Bandits
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14. Nestrasil V. Muskegon Lumberjacks
| 19. Osmanis B. Bjorkloven
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17. Sikora P. (C) Trinec
| 14. Murnieks O. Saint John Sea Dogs
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15. Cihar V. Kelowna Rockets
| 17. Ansons K. Mogo
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| Line 2 |
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6. Mrtka R. Seattle Thunderbirds
| 21. Retenais K. (A)
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23. Galvas T. Liberec
| 26. Briedis O. (C)
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20. Benak A. Brantford Bulldogs
| 24. Serkins D. Bern
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12. Curran M. Edmonton Oil Kings
| 16. Polis R. HS Riga
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18. Poletin T. Kelowna Rockets
| 18. Naudins R.
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| Line 3 |
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3. Psenicka M. Portland Winterhawks
| 6. Vitols M. Zemgale
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8. Man M. Prince Albert Raiders
| 2. Sarts K.
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19. Chludil D. Kometa Brno
| 8. Klaucans M. Sherbrooke Phoenix
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25. Hoch S. Ceske Budejovice
| 7. Berzkalns R. Muskegon Lumberjacks
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24. Novotny A. Peterborough Petes
| 27. Sieradzkis M.
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| Line 4 |
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9. Dravecky V. Brantford Bulldogs
| 4. Naglis R.
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21. Klima J. Shawinigan Cataractes
| 12. Pumpins M. Poruba
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29. Drancak S. Red Deer Rebels
| 22. Macijevskis A.
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11. Kubiesa M. Trinec
| 28. Flugins K.
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| Substitutes |
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30. Orsulak M. (G) Prince Albert Raiders
| 11. Dilevka D.
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16. Zemlicka R. Saipa
| 1. Vecvanags M. (G) Newfoundland Regiment
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| Coaches |
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. Augusta P.
| . Abols A.
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Key Events of the Match
- 1st Period (2 - 1)
- 04:58, Novotny A. (2 min),
- 06:00, 0 - 1, Ansons K. (G), Osmanis B. (A), Smits A. (A2)
- 06:49, Benak A. (2 min),
- 06:49, Vitols M. (2 min),
- 10:04, 1 - 1, Poletin T. (G), Galvas T. (A), Curran M. (A2)
- 10:42, Cjunskis H. (2 min),
- 11:19, 2 - 1, Jiricek A. (G), Nestrasil V. (A), Benak A. (A2)
- 2nd Period (1 - 0)
- 05:31, 3 - 1, Psenicka M. (G), Curran M. (A), Man M. (A2)
- 15:03, Cjunskis H. (2 min),
- 3rd Period (1 - 1)
- 01:28, Curran M. (2 min),
- 05:51, Nestrasil V. (2 min),
- 06:39, 3 - 2, Sieradzkis M. (G), Osmanis B. (A), Murnieks O. (A2)
- 10:42, (2 min),
- 10:42, Hoch S. (2 min),
- 12:36, Poletin T. (2 min),
- 17:15, Maurins N. ↓, Vecvanags M. ↑,
- 18:43, 4 - 2, Nestrasil V. (G), Cihar V. (A),
- 19:50, Berzkalns R. (2 min),
Preview
Latvia U20 is Qualified for WCH U20 (Play Offs Quarter~finals)In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Czech Republic U20 won 4.Czech Republic U20 is in very good shape right now (last 5 games: 4 wins).Latvia U20 has been struggling lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).Czech Republic U20 may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times. In this match, Czech Republic U20 is the clear favorite.In the last 6 head-to-head matches, Czech Republic U20 won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 24:16. (average 4:2.7).
Form
✺ - easy match;
✺ - difficult match;
Latest Head to Head
| Friendly International Ice Hockey | | | 19.12.25 | Czech Republic U20 - Latvia U20 | 3:2 OT | | 20.12.24 | Czech Republic U20 - Latvia U20 | 5:1 | | 19.12.23 | Latvia U20 - Czech Republic U20 | 3:4 | | 20.12.22 | Czech Republic U20 - Latvia U20 | 6:3 | | IIHF World U20 Championship | | | 14.08.22 | Czech Republic U20 - Latvia U20 | 2:5 | | 30.12.12 | Czech Republic U20 - Latvia U20 | 4:2 |
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