A rivalry renewed
The United States and Canada meet again in a clash that has defined international hockey for decades. Both teams bring a blend of veteran leadership and fresh talent, setting the stage for a contest that fans will dissect long after the final buzzer.
For the United States, the roster features forward Matthew Tkachuk alongside Ryan Leonard and Tommy Novak, while goaltending and defensive depth add balance to a squad that captured the 2026 Winter Olympics gold in Italy. Canada counters with Sidney Crosby, Macklin Celebrini, John Tavares, Evan Bouchard, Mark Scheifele and Robert Thomas, players who helped the nation win the 2025 4 Nations Face‑Off.
The rest of the bracket
Finland enters the quarterfinals led by Aleksander Barkov, whose two‑way mastery anchors a team known for disciplined defense and reliable goaltending. Czechia relies on Dominik Kubalik, who has already contributed four goals in the tournament, to spark an offense that will test Swiss resolve.
Switzerland, riding a seven‑game regulation winning streak, will lean on Roman Josi, Nico Hischier and Timo Meier as they prepare to face Sweden, a nation fielding Lucas Raymond, Ivar Stenberg and Viggo Bjorck in a bid to advance.
Norway, making its first quarterfinal appearance since 2012, showcases Noah Steen and Michael Brandsegg‑Nygard, while Latvia brings experience from a 2023 third‑place finish through Rudolfs Balcers and Alberts Smits. The matches are scheduled for May 28 in venues across Switzerland, including Fribourg and Zurich.