Switzerland vs. Italy Prediction & Expert Picks Today: Olympic Men's Hockey Playoff Preview
It's on to the best part of the men's Olympic hockey tournament, and I'm backing the betting favorite to win handsomely in my Switzerland vs. Italy prediction for this morning's playoff qualification game (6:10 a.m. ET, CBC, Peacock).
Switzerland is the monster -1800 moneyline betting favorite. Along with a puck line pick, I'm also targeting Switzerland's most potent offensive threat, Timo Meier, to score a goal. The winner of this matchup advances to face Finland in the quarterfinals.
🏒 Switzerland vs. Italy prediction: Olympic men's hockey
Our expert Olympic hockey picks are based on the latest betting odds at the best sports betting sites.
| Bet type | Bet | Best odds | Confidence | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puck line bet | Switzerland -3.5 | -140 via BetMGM | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | 2u |
| Total | Over 6.5 | -120 via BetMGM | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | 1u |
| Player prop | Timo Meier anytime goal | -145 via BetMGM | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | 1u |
💰 Switzerland vs. Italy best bet: Switzerland -3.5 (-140)
Italy will have the home fans on their side for this matchup - it won't matter.
Switzerland is one of the most underrated squads in this tournament, outscoring their non-Canada opponents 7-3 at the Olympics.
While the Italians comported themselves well in their first two games (losing both by a combined four goals), the wheels fell off in their 11-0 drubbing at the hands of Finland to close out the preliminary round.
Switzerland has the offensive firepower to turn this matchup into a blowout, and I expect the Swiss to do just that.
Score prediction: Switzerland 6, Italy 2
🔥 Best Switzerland vs. Italy prop bet: Timo Meier anytime goal (-145)
Timo Meier has been a standout for the Swiss, which has been particularly important following Kevin Fiala's devastating leg injury.
Meier, who plays for the New Jersey Devils, is tied for third among all players with three goals during the Olympics.
Switzerland is going to light up Italy on Tuesday, and the team's most dangerous shooter will contribute to the rout. I'd play this bet up to -160.
🗓️ Olympic men's hockey schedule
Qualification matchups (Tuesday)
| Matchup | Time (ET) |
|---|---|
| Germany vs. France | 6:10 a.m. |
| Switzerland vs. Italy | 6:10 a.m. |
| Czechia vs. Denmark | 10:40 a.m. |
| Sweden vs. Latvia | 3:10 p.m. |
Quarterfinal matchups (Wednesday)
| Matchup | Time (ET) |
|---|---|
| Slovakia vs. Germany/France | 6:10 a.m. |
| Canada vs. Czechia/Denmark | 10:40 a.m. |
| Finland vs. Switzerland/Italy | 12:10 p.m. |
| United States vs. Sweden/Latvia | 3:10 p.m. |
📺 How to watch Switzerland vs. Italy
- Date: Tuesday, Feb. 17
- Puck drop: 6:10 a.m. ET
- Location: Milano Rho Ice Hockey Arena (Milan, Italy)
- TV: CBC, Peacock
💡Olympic hockey expert picks
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