HV 71 and Leksands are scheduled to compete in the SHL tournament at the Kinnarps Arena in Jonkoping, a renowned venue for high-energy hockey matches, on October 31 at 19:00. This matchup is expected to be thrilling as both teams strive to elevate their positions.
These two teams have a history, having met on the ice 20 times before. HV 71 has claimed 11 victories on their home turf, while Leksands has triumphed in 9 away games. The average number of goals per match stands at 4.6. HV 71 emerged victorious in their most recent showdown on October 17, 2024, in a high-scoring game that ended with a score of 2:5.
HV 71 is facing some tough times this season, managing to secure only three wins out of their thirteen matches, resulting in a 23% win rate. They concede an average of 3.08 goals per game, while they score an average of 2.62. Their most productive period is the third, where they score 41.18% of their goals. At home, they both score and concede an average of 2.67 goals per game.
Leksands maintains a 46% win rate, despite having a slightly superior record of 6 victories in 13 contests. They concede an average of 2.85 goals per match and score an average of 2.46. Their second period is notably robust, contributing to 37.5% of their objectives. They exhibit a defensive weakness on the road, conceding an average of 3.71 goals in away encounters.
Given the defensive vulnerabilities of both teams and their propensity for higher scoring during specific periods, it is reasonable to anticipate a high-scoring game. Consequently, the optimal wager is to place a wager that exceeds 5.5 goals, as this aligns with the teams’ historical performance and the potential for a high-scoring game.