The final game of the round-robin phase of the 4 Nations Face-Off will be contested by Sweden and the United States in Boston. Team USA has already secured their place in the championship game after winning their first two games. Sweden, meanwhile, has everything to play for and likely needs a win in regulation to earn a rematch with the Americans in the championship matchup.
In this preview of Sweden vs USA, we will break down this matchup for both teams. We will also give you our prediction for this game in the betting markets, as one team looks to maintain its momentum before the championship while one team looks to qualify for the championship.
Sweden vs USA Betting Odds
| Sweden | USA | |
| Moneyline | +164 | -198 |
| Puckline | +1.5 (-155) | -1.5 (+130) |
| Total | Over 5.5 (-125) | Under 5.5 (+105) |
Sweden In Must-Win Situation Against USA
Sweden lost its first game of the 4 Nations Face-Off to Canada in overtime. Going into their second game of the tournament against Finland, they were favorites to get their first win. But Sweden was unable to accomplish that, losing 4-3 in overtime to a Finland team that is dealing with a ton of injuries. As a result, Sweden has two points but will need a regulation win and some help from Canada and Finland to get to the final.
The Swedes have noted that they have not been happy with their level of play through the first two games of their campaign. For that to change in this contest, they will need to find a way to break down what has been an impressive American defense. Team USA has allowed just two goals through their first two games of this competition, including just one goal against Canada, and Sweden will need to bring its best offensively to avoid a similar fate and elimination.
USA Looks to Complete Unbeaten Round Robin
The United States are off to a dream start in this year’s 4 Nations Face-Off. They are 2-0-0 and have outscored their opponents 9-2 through those two games. As a result, the Americans have already locked up their spot in the championship game, where they will face Canada, Finland, or Sweden depending on how all three of those teams fare in their respective games in Monday’s round-robin finale.
What will be interesting to watch going into this game is what situations are still in play by the time the puck drops for this contest. If Canada or Finland wins in regulation in their game on Monday afternoon, Sweden would be eliminated and the United States would know who they are facing. But if Canada vs Finland goes to overtime, Sweden would be able to advance with a regulation win in this contest. That would allow the USA to essentially choose their championship game opponent, which could make things very interesting in this matchup.
Sweden vs USA Prediction
Under 5.5 Goals (+105)
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- The United States has allowed just two goals combined over their first two games of this tournament.
- This game could mean nothing for either team by the time the puck drops, which could mean rest for key attacking players.
