
Norway Secures Historic Bronze with Overtime Victory Over Canada
In a stunning overtime showdown in Zurich, Norway edged Canada 3-2 to claim bronze, marking the nation's best finish ever at the IIHF tournament.
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In a stunning overtime showdown in Zurich, Norway edged Canada 3-2 to claim bronze, marking the nation's best finish ever at the IIHF tournament.

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In a dramatic bronze‑medal showdown in Zurich, Norway edged Canada 3‑2 in overtime, with Noah Steen delivering the winning goal and Robert Thomas accounting for both Canadian tallies.

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