Finland vs. Sweden: 4 Nations Face-Off Picks, Predictions and Odds

Kicking off a Saturday of 4 Nations Face-Off action is a battle between Finland and Sweden.

These teams did not enter this tournament as favorites to win, but even in their respective losing opening efforts, they have shown flashes that they are here to play. Their rosters are stacked with some of the NHL’s top talents, and they are both here to make their country proud in this quick tournament of four nations.

Finland and Sweden present a much more balanced matchup compared to their first battles against powerhouses, so you can bet that both are coming into this game with the mentality that this is a must-win game.

This is especially true for Finland, who was unable to secure anything against USA, while Sweden earned one point in an overtime loss to Canada. Expect high levels of urgency and compete between these two rosters.

To get you set for what should be great international hockey action, we are here with the odds for the game and our expert Finland vs. Sweden predictions, picks, and analysis.

Finland vs. Sweden 4 Nations Face-Off betting picks and predictions

Sweden 3-way ML (-145)

Finland and Sweden have both started the tournament off without a win, but their respective games went much differently. Sweden showed effort and heroism in a comeback bid against Canada, and after they were down 3-1 in the third period, they took the juggernauts to overtime where they eventually lost 4-3 - a strong effort against a Canadian team who was the pre-tournament favorite.

As for Finland, they scored the first goal of the game, and had USA at a 1-1 tie heading into the third period, before the wheels fell off in an eventual 6-1 loss. Overall, this was a disappointing finish. They will both be pushing hard in this one.

Based on expectations, and game one results, it seems that Sweden is further ahead than Finland. This was expected pre-tournament, but it is now being reflected on the ice. Finland is facing numerous defensive injuries that has their back end looking very thin, which is why USA was able to continue to put pressure on them and find major results later in the game.

Sweden is a very balanced but powerful team that should be able to attack this Finland team that is struggling with depth.

Sweden was so close to Canada that their morale and confidence within the locker room should be strong. I think this will only fire them up even more, with the mentality that they are right with the best teams in this tournament, which was proven in their first game.

I think they will look to make a statement in this game by showing pure dominance against Finland, and can win this handily, needing no extra time. Take them to win in regulation.

Under 5.5 (-120)

Combined, these two teams have scored just four goals in over 120 minutes of play. Sweden was able to score 3 in an overtime loss to Canada, while Finland was only able to secure one tally in a regulation loss to USA.

If either of them thinks the goaltending will be easier in this game, they are sadly mistaken, because these teams are equipped with strong goaltending trios. The hockey world has talked at length about the offensive prowess from Canada and USA, and while these teams also have great talent, the amount of offensive weaponry is certainly much lower.

Not only that, but Finland and Sweden should now have an extremely increased sense of urgency, as this tournament could only last three games for each of them. This means that each player on the ice will be ready to do everything and anything for their team to win.

In turn, I expect added physicality, shot blocks, and overall effort, as well as less mistakes and a shorter leash from the coaching staff. I think this will result in less goals being scored.

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Finland vs. Sweden 4 Nations Face-Off odds

Finland	+175 ML
Sweden	-210 ML
Puck Line	SWE -1.5
Total	O/U 5.5

Finland vs. Sweden 4 Nations Face-Off player props

Anytime Goalscorer

Filip Forsberg (Sweden)	+200
William Nylander (Sweden)	+200
Adrian Kempe (Sweden)	+220
Mikko Rantanen (Finland)	+250
Sebastian Aho (Finland)	+300
Jesper Bratt (Sweden)	+300

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