Hockey

Finland ends Swiss dominance with overtime triumph in IIHF final

Roman Josi's MVP performance caps a historic tournament

Finland clinches overtime victory over Switzerland

Finland captured the 2026 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship after a dramatic overtime win against Switzerland, ending the Swiss team's three‑year streak as finalists.

Roman Josi, the Swiss forward, was named tournament MVP and also secured the Best Defenceman award, showcasing his exceptional performance despite the loss.

Canada’s emerging star Macklin Celebrini earned the Best Forward award, while Norway’s goaltender Henrik Haukeland was recognized as the Best Goaltender of the tournament.

The IIHF All‑Star Team highlighted talent from four countries — Finland, Switzerland, Canada, and Norway — reflecting the competition’s international flavor.

The International Ice Hockey Federation, the sport’s governing body, praised the high level of play and the historic nature of the overtime final.

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