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Winter Olympics: Switzerland vs. France Preview, Odds, and Picks (Feb 12)
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Action in Group A at the Winter Olympics will be staged in Milan on Feb 12, as the race for a likely second-place finish behind Canada will see Switzerland and France collide. Find the odds and picks for the opening night clash here.
How to Watch
- When: Thursday, February 12, 2026. 7:00 AM ET
- Where: PalaItalia Santa Giulia, Milan, Italy
- How to Watch: Peacock
Switzerland vs. France Odds
Switzerland vs. France Head-to-Head
France have a poor head-to-head record against Switzerland on the ice, losing 18 of the 23 encounters. This will be the first meeting between the nations at the Winter Olympics.
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Competitive ice hockey action at the Winter Olympics continues in Milan on Feb 12, as Switzerland bid to get off to a perfect start when they clash with France. However, in truth, both nations are likely fighting for second spot in the Group A standings behind Canada.
Patrick Fischer’s Swiss should be respected in their own right, as they are currently ranked as the third-best nation in the world. However, despite their improved performances on the global stage, Switzerland have finished no better than third at the Olympics, with their most recent bronze being achieved in 1948.
But, confidence levels should be high after achieving one of their best ever results at the World Championships last summer after winning the silver medal. They are unlikely to have the depth in their roster to challenge Canada and the USA for gold, but a third-place finish could be a realistic target.
France will be the huge outsiders to progress from Group A, despite showing progress under Renaud Jacquin. The French will be making their first appearance at the Winter Olympics since finishing 14th at the 2002 Games.
But, a sign of their shortcomings at the very highest level can be indicated after being knocked out in the preliminary round in the last four editions of the World Championships.
Switzerland vs. France Picks
Switzerland will be one of the most realistic threats to the U.S. and Canada at the Winter Olympics this year, and we fully expect the Swiss to make a dominant start to their Group A campaign against a below-par French side.
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