The White Tigers are fifth and lose five points to the fourth Hradec Králové, which holds the last position ensuring direct progress to the quarterfinals. Liberec will defend a series of six victories, the North Bohemians have won six times in a row also at home.
Pardubice, who already have a certain victory in the regular season, are currently alternating wins with losses. They failed against Sparta, Vítkovice and Brno, they defeated České Budějovice and Karlovy Vary. The East Bohemians are the most successful team on the opponent’s ice rink.