The semifinal matchup between Canada and Finland drew a packed crowd in Zurich, with both teams vying for a spot in the championship final.
Second‑Period Surge
Canada opened the scoring early, with forward Robert Thomas and rookie Dylan Holloway each finding the net to give the Canadians a 2‑1 lead after the first period. The early goal sparked optimism that the team could dictate the pace of play.
But Finland refused to fade. The Finnish side erupted in the second period, delivering three unanswered goals that flipped the scoreboard and left Canada chasing the game.
The comeback was anchored by a disciplined defensive effort, with veteran defenseman Olli Maatta helping to neutralize several Canadian chances while the Finnish forwards capitalized on their opportunities.
With the result, Finland advanced to face the host nation Switzerland in the final, while Canada will now contest the bronze‑medal match against Norway.
Earlier in the tournament, Switzerland had blanked Norway 6‑0 in a dominant semifinal performance, underscoring the host’s depth and setting up a highly anticipated championship showdown.
Both teams will next take the ice in the medal round, where Canada hopes to rebound against a Norwegian side that has shown steady improvement throughout the event.